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Copycat Chipotle Chicken

Make copycat chipotle chicken at home with this easy recipe that tastes even better than the original! It's packed with tons of flavor and is the perfect addition to burritos, salads, bowls, tacos and more.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Marinating Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 277 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ​​1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 Tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil plus more for cooking
  • 2 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Chipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce finely chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons adobo sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons water
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Combine chicken marinade ingredients in a bowl or blend in a food processor or blender. Add to a large ziplock bag or airtight container with chicken thighs and marinate for at least 1 hour, but up to 24 hours.
  2. Once chicken has marinated, remove chicken from marinade and cook. Discard marinade. To cook, add 1 tablespoon of oil to a pan and warm on medium heat. Once hot, add chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes on each side or until browned on the outside and the inside reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  3. Once cooked, transfer chicken to a cutting board. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces and serve as desired - in a burrito, taco, grain bowls, salad etc.

Notes

  • Storing: Store leftover chipotle chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/4 of recipe Calories 277kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 135mg (45%) Sodium 817mg (34%) Potassium 591mg (17%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 277

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/4 of recipe
Calories 277kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 135mg 45%
Sodium 817mg 34%
Potassium 591mg 13%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%

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