Description
Copycat Chipotle Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that brings the iconic taste of Chipotle right to your home. Marinated in smoky chipotle peppers and zesty lime, this tender chicken is perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls. It’s ideal for meal prep or casual gatherings, ensuring you impress your friends and family with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix diced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, cumin powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken breasts generously with the marinade and let marinate for at least one hour.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Assemble tacos or bowls by layering sliced chicken with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg