Copycat Chipotle Chicken Recipe
This Copycat Chipotle Chicken Recipe is bursting with smoky, spicy flavors and is incredibly easy to make at home. Perfect for burritos, bowls, or salads, it brings the authentic taste of Chipotle to your kitchen.
Servings 6 people
Calories 378kcal
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce plus 1 pepper
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ cup canola oil
- 2 Tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 lbs chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lime for squeezing on top of cooked chicken
Instructions
- Combine chipotle peppers, garlic, cumin, oregano, oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
- Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate. Marinate for at least 2 hours, though I recommend marinating overnight for deeper flavor.
- When ready to cook, preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess.
- Place the chicken in the skillet in a single layer and cook the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes on each side. You may need to cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Chop the chicken into small pieces. Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition
Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 488mg | Potassium: 292mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 117IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg