Ingredients
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- 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (7 oz)
- 4 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 4 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion (quartered)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground coriander (optional)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend chipotle peppers, lime juice, orange juice, cilantro, minced garlic, onion quarters, and spices until well combined.
- Place chicken into a large bowl or resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Coat thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat with olive oil. Remove excess marinade from chicken and cook each piece for about 5–7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (about 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg