Spicy Mexican Chipotle Chicken

Name: Spicy Mexican Chipotle Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 cup chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (chopped); 1 cup chicken broth; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 small onion (finely chopped); 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed); 1 teaspoon cumin (ground)

StandardMexicanDinnerSpicyFlavorfulMexican Cuisine

⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 30m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 450 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A fiery and flavorful Mexican dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a smoky chipotle sauce, perfect for spicing up your dinner table.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

37.0g 52%

Fat

19.0g 27%

Carbs

15.0g 21%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

25% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Essential for blood production

🌾 Fiber

16% DV

Aids in digestion

☀️ Vitamin A

30% DV

Important for vision and immune health

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 pieces chicken breasts boneless, skinless
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Chipotle Sauce

1 cup chipotle peppers in adobo sauce chopped
1 cup chicken broth
2 cloves garlic minced
1 small onion finely chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon cumin ground

Instructions

1 Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika on both sides.
2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3 In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
4 Add the chopped chipotle peppers and cumin to the skillet, stirring to combine with the onions and garlic.
5 Pour in the chicken broth and lime juice, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
6 Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
7 Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If desired, shred the chicken with two forks for a different texture.
8 Serve the chipotle chicken hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or additional lime wedges, if desired.