Description
Smoky Chipotle Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that brings together tender chicken breasts marinated in a smoky chipotle sauce, bursting with vibrant spices and zesty lime. This easy-to-follow recipe guarantees juicy, mouthwatering results that will impress family and friends at any gathering. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chipotle peppers, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin powder, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Coat evenly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for enhanced flavor).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Sear marinated chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add brown sugar and chicken broth to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from heat and let rest before slicing. Serve with rice or tortillas and your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg