Description
Savor the irresistible flavors of this Copycat Chipotle Chicken Recipe, bringing the beloved restaurant taste right to your home. Tender, marinated chicken infused with smoky spices is perfect for burritos, tacos, or salads. Impress your guests and make memorable meals with this easy-to-follow recipe that guarantees deliciousness every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chipotle powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chipotle powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Sear the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Remove from heat and let it rest for five minutes to retain juices.
- Slice the chicken into strips and serve in warm tortillas or over salads. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg