Simple Chipotle Chicken Recipe

5 from 3 votes

Protein in a hurry, without compromising on flavor - try it as a bulk-prep recipe for salads or anything else.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword chicken, chipotle

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 16

Total Time 46

Servings people

Calories 514kcal

Cost 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chipotle powder, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
3 tbsp. olive oil, 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice, 1 tsp. chipotle chili powder, 1 tsp. chili powder, ½ tsp. ground cumin, ½ tsp. paprika, ½ tsp. onion powder, ½ tsp. garlic powder, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Rub the chipotle marinade all over the chicken breasts.
2 chicken breasts
Let the chicken marinate for 20 to 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.
Preheat the oven to 400 F.
Melt some cooking fat in an oven-resistant skillet over medium-high heat.
Cooking fat
Sear the chicken breast for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to the oven and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the juices run clear and the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.