Copycat Chipotle Chicken
A flavorful recreation of Chipotle’s famous chicken, marinated in smoky adobo sauce and essential spices, perfect for burritos, salads, or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from canned chipotles)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, adobo sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for a deeper flavor.
- Preheat the Grill or Skillet: Before cooking, preheat over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Marinated Chicken: Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let it Rest: Remove chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice and Serve: Slice chicken and serve with fresh lime wedges.
Notes
For maximum flavor, marinate overnight. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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