Honey Chipotle Chicken

Sweet, smoky, and spicy, this Honey Chipotle Chicken is the perfect dish for a flavorful and easy dinner.

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Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chipotle chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, grilled chicken, Honey Chipotle Chicken, spicy chicken

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Marinate Time: 30

Total Time: 50

Servings:

Calories: 207kcal

Cost: $7

Ingredients

▢ 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce minced, about ¼ cup adds smoky heat
▢ 2 tablespoon honey provides sweetness
▢ 1 lime juiced about 2 tablespoon for tanginess
▢ 1 garlic clove minced adds savory depth
▢ ½ teaspoon salt enhances flavor
▢ 2 tablespoon cooking oil divided used for cooking
▢ 6 chicken thighs boneless skinless about 850g the main protein
▢ 2 green onions sliced for garnish

Instructions

Gather and prepare all ingredients.
Mince the chipotle peppers. Combine the minced peppers with honey, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and 1 tablespoon cooking oil in a bowl.
Place the chicken thighs in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to one day, in the refrigerator if marinating longer than one hour.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon cooking oil and swirl to coat the skillet.
Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook on one side until the water released by the chicken evaporates, the marinade reduces to a glaze, and the chicken browns. Flip the chicken and cook on the second side until browned and fully cooked.
Top with sliced green onions and serve.

Notes

This smoky and sweet dish will add a perfect kick to your meal. Ideal for quick dinners, it can be served with rice, a side salad, or roasted vegetables.

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