Copycat Chipotle Chicken
This Copycat Chipotle Chicken recipe captures the bold flavors you love from the popular restaurant. It’s easy to make and perfect for a variety of meals, from burritos to salads.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Mix olive oil, chipotle peppers, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice in a bowl.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve it in burritos, tacos, or salads.
Notes
Marinating the chicken overnight will enhance the flavors. Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers based on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 100mg