Chipotle Chicken Recipe (Copycat)
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
6 hrs 30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
262 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Chipotle Chicken Recipe (Copycat)
Description
This chipotle chicken recipe replicates a smoky and mildly spicy flavor profile by marinating chicken breasts in chipotle chili powder, oregano, cumin, garlic, vinegar, and oil along with salt and pepper. After allowing the flavors to meld for several hours, the chicken is grilled until cooked through to build a charred exterior while retaining juiciness inside. Following grilling, it is chopped and crisped in a pan with additional oil, giving some pieces a crunchy finish.
The balance of spices with acidity from vinegar and garlic results in a versatile protein component. It can be served in salads, burrito bowls, tortillas, or alongside rice for a robust meal. The marinating step tenderizes and infuses the meat, while grilling and pan-frying add complementary textures.
This recipe requires some advance time for marinating but delivers flavorful chicken with distinct chipotle heat and a crisp finish, elevating simple grilled chicken with a smoky kick.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 cup distilled vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic , minced
- 6 tablespoons rice bran oil , divided (vegetable oil is ok)
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Pound the chicken to an even thickness, about a half inch thick.
- Add all the ingredients together (save 2 tablespoons of oil) in a large ziplock bag (removing as much air as possible), mixing it well together after closing, and marinate for at least 6 hours.
- Remove from marinade and add to a medium high heat grill and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until cooked through then chop roughly.
- Add chopped chicken and 2 tablespoons of oil to a large pan on medium high heat to crisp for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 262kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 531mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 452mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 243IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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