Description
Smoky Chipotle Grilled Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that combines the heat of chipotle spices with the smoky essence of grilled chicken. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe features tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of spices and served with a creamy chipotle dipping sauce. Whether you’re serving it at a family gathering, enjoying it in wraps, or over a fresh salad, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, Smoky Chipotle Grilled Chicken is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their meals with bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chipotle powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce from the can
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, chipotle powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours for more flavor).
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess. Grill for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- While grilling, mix mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, and honey (or maple syrup) in a bowl for the dipping sauce.
- Let chicken rest before slicing and serve with the creamy dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 105mg