Description
Savor the irresistible taste of homemade Copycat Chipotle Chicken, featuring juicy, marinated chicken breasts infused with bold spices and smoky flavor. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also customizable with your favorite toppings, making it perfect for any night of the week. Elevate taco nights or burrito bowls with this vibrant dish that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and place them in a resealable plastic bag.
- In a bowl, whisk together garlic, lime juice, cilantro, chipotle peppers, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil until well combined.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken in the bag and seal tightly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight for best flavor).
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- Serve hot with tortillas or over rice and beans, topped with your favorite ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg