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Copycat Chipotle Chicken

This copycat recipe for chipotle chicken delivers smoky adobo flavor, juicy grilled texture, and bold restaurant-style taste for bowls, tacos, or salads.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Servings: 4

Calories: 285

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

680 g Boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tbsp Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
2 tbsp Vegetable oil
2 tbsp Fresh lime juice
1 tsp Ground cumin
1 tsp Dried oregano
3 Garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp Salt

Method

Whisk together chipotle peppers in adobo, vegetable oil, lime juice, cumin, oregano, garlic, and salt in a bowl until smooth.
Add chicken thighs to the marinade and toss until fully coated, then let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Heat a grill pan or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
Grill the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until charred and cooked to 165°F / 74°C at the thickest part.
Rest the chicken for 3 minutes, then slice against the grain into strips.
Serve over rice, in bowls, tacos, or salads with your favorite toppings.