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Chipotle-Honey Glazed Chicken

Honey and chipotle make a fantastic combination, giving this chicken the perfect blend of sweet and heat.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 339 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 chipotle in adobo minced (more if you like it spicier)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 Tablespoons ancho chili powder divided
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons canola oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Spanish paprika
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Fresh cilantro and thinly sliced chives for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. Prepare your grill for high heat cooking.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, chipotle, mustard, 1 tablespoon of ancho powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of oil. Set aside.
  3. Whisk together the remaining ancho powder with the coriander, cumin, paprika and remaining oil in a medium bowl. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the bowl. Toss to coat.
  4. Place the chicken on the prepared grill and cook for 3-4 minutes. Flip the chicken and brush each piece with the chipotle-honey sauce. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, then flip and brush the other side. Cook for 1 minute, then flip once more. Cook for 1 more minute, then remove chicken from the grill.
  5. Brush with additional sauce and sprinkle with cilantro and chives, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 339kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 72mg (24%) Sodium 268mg (11%) Potassium 538mg (15%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 35g (70%) Vitamin A 1655IU (33%) Vitamin C 1.6mg (2%) Calcium 30mg (3%) Iron 1.9mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 339

% Daily Value*

Calories 339kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 268mg 11%
Potassium 538mg 11%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 35g 70%
Vitamin A 1655IU 33%
Vitamin C 1.6mg 2%
Calcium 30mg 3%
Iron 1.9mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.