Description
Smoky, spicy, and bursting with flavor, chipotle chicken is the ultimate versatile meal—delicious in bowls, wraps, salads, burritos, or on its own!
Ingredients
1 (7 oz) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (use less for milder heat)
1½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 to 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
(Optional for extra flavor: 1 tsp cumin, 4 garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tbsp chili powder, 2 tbsp olive oil)
Instructions
Make the Marinade:
In a blender, combine chipotle peppers in adobo, lime juice, salt, vinegar, and honey. Blend until smooth.Marinate the Chicken:
Place chicken thighs in a large zip-top bag. Pour marinade over chicken and massage to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1–3 hours, or overnight for best flavor.Cook the Chicken:
Grill, pan-sear, or bake chicken over medium-high heat until cooked through and nicely charred, about 5–7 minutes per side. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).Slice and Serve:
Let rest, then slice or chop. Enjoy in rice bowls, salads, burritos, wraps, or on its own!
Notes
Adjust the number of chipotle peppers for your preferred spice level.
Marinate overnight for maximum flavor.
Great for meal prep—keeps well in the fridge for several days.
Try with a honey chipotle mayo or vinaigrette for extra flavor.
Pairs perfectly with cilantro-lime rice, black beans, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+ marinating time: 1–3 hours or overnight)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Searing, or Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chipotle chicken, spicy chicken, meal prep, chicken marinade