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Craving a flavorful and versatile dish that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than the Chipotle Chicken recipe by Tasty. This culinary masterpiece combines the smoky heat of chipotle peppers with tender, juicy chicken, creating a dish that is both delicious and visually appealing. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress your family and friends, this recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite in your kitchen. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more with every bite.

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CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chipotle Chicken Burritos Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fire-roasted diced tomatoes, chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, ground cumin, garlic powder, kosher salt, Kroger® Hardwood Smoked Pulled Chicken, rice, lime, lime, fresh cilantro, flour tortillas, monterey jack cheese, pico de gallo, avocado, sour cream

Provided by Kroger

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 burritos

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
1 package Kroger® Hardwood Smoked Pulled Chicken
3 cups rice, cooked
1 lime, zested
½ lime, juiced
⅓ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
4 flour tortillas, burrito-sized
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
⅓ cup pico de gallo
½ oz avocado, diced
⅓ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Add the tomatoes, chipotle pepper, cumin, garlic powder, and salt to a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth.
  • Pour the sauce into a medium skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then add the Kroger® Hardwood Smoked Pulled Chicken. Toss to coat the chicken in the sauce. Cover and cook until the chicken is heated through, 5-6 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the rice, lime zest and juice, and cilantro.
  • Assemble burritos: Place a tortilla on a work surface. Scoop about ¾ cup of the rice onto the lower third of the tortilla. Top with ¼ of the chicken, ¼ cup Monterey Jack cheese, a scoop of pico de gallo, some avocado, and a scoop of sour cream. Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla over the filling, fold in the sides, then continue rolling the burrito up. Slice in half on the diagonal. Repeat to make the remaining burritos.
  • Enjoy!

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BURRITO BOWL RECIPE BY TASTY



Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, chipotle powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, oil, brown rice, green pepper, cherry tomato, canned black bean, corn, red onion, fresh cilantro, lime, salt, pepper

Provided by Rie McClenny

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon chipotle powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon oil
3 cups brown rice, cooked
1 cup green pepper, diced
1 cup cherry tomato, halved
½ cup canned black bean, drained and rinsed
½ cup corn
½ cup red onion, diced
½ cup fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a plastic bag, place chicken thighs and 3 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add the chipotle powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt. Seal the plastic bag and massage the meat until fully coated. Transfer to the refrigerator to marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the marinated chicken thighs in the pan and cook for 5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Cube the chicken thighs on a cutting board and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, place cooked brown rice, and top the chopped chicken thighs, green peppers, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corns, red onions, and cilantro.
  • Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice, and season with salt and pepper over the bowl.
  • Toss until well mixed.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1021 calories, Carbohydrate 157 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CHIPOTLE'S CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Chipotle's Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, vegetable oil

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Dinner

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to tate
6 oz chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, season the chicken all over with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the chicken to a large zip-top bag with the chopped chipotles and mix until the chicken is fully coated.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to overnight.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and cook until golden brown, 4 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken with tongs and place on a cutting board. Let cool for 5 minutes. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • Transfer the chicken back to the pan over medium-high heat and cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes, until all pieces are browned.
  • Enjoy!

COPYCAT CHIPOTLE® CHICKEN



Copycat Chipotle® Chicken image

Just a small amount of effort for this delicious and healthy meal. You can use this chicken for tacos, burritos, burrito bowls, or fajitas. Just add your favorite toppings such as lettuce, salsa, rice, beans, cheese, or sour cream. Enjoy!

Provided by RainbowJewels

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 18h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ounce dried chipotle chile pepper
1 ounce dried ancho chile pepper
½ cup water
½ red onion, cut into small chunks
4 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Place chipotle chile pepper and ancho chile pepper in a bowl; pour in water. Cover bowl and let sit until peppers are softened, at least 10 to 12 hours. Drain water and remove seeds from peppers.
  • Blend chile peppers, red onion, garlic, sea salt, cumin, oregano, and black pepper in a blender until a coarse paste forms; add olive oil and blend until marinade is smooth.
  • Pound chicken thighs flat with a meat mallet and trim excess skin. Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag and add marinade. Turn chicken several times to coat. Seal bag and marinate at least 8 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill with top and bottom plates for medium-high heat. Remove chicken from bag and discard marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Cut into strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 88.3 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 526.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



Chipotle Chicken image

Great Mexican dish! Spiciness can be altered by adding or subtracting to amount of chipotle pepper seeds.

Provided by Bethany Gorski

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Broiled

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 tablespoons sour cream
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 cup sour cream
10 ounces baby spinach, rinsed
½ cup chicken broth
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine chopped chile peppers with 2 tablespoons sour cream. Mix together and spread mixture over chicken breasts. Sprinkle lightly with salt to taste, cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  • Place marinated chicken in an ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish and broil for about 5 minutes (rack should be about 6 inches from the top.) Pour 1 cup sour cream around edges of chicken and turn over chicken breasts. Broil for an additional 5 minutes. Sour cream should be lightly brown on the edges. Move breasts into a separate dish and cover to keep warm. Set aside.
  • Pour leftover broiled sour cream into a medium saucepan over high heat. Add spinach, broth and salt to taste. Boil for about 1 minute until all melted and mixed together. Pour mixture over chicken breasts and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 387.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

HONEY-CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



Honey-Chipotle Chicken image

Shredded chicken in a honey-chipotle sauce that I usually use in burritos.

Provided by Randy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 5h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅓ cup honey
6 cloves garlic
4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, or more to taste
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • Blend honey, garlic, and chipotle peppers in adobo sauce together in a food processor until smooth.
  • Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker and mix in honey-chipotle sauce.
  • Cook in the slow cooker on Low for 5 hours.
  • Transfer chicken to a bowl and shred using 2 forks. Return chicken to the slow cooker and stir in black beans.
  • Continue to cook on Low until cooked through, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 635.3 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

CREAMY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



Creamy Chipotle Chicken image

A delicious slow-cooker recipe of creamy chicken with a slight kick, yumm! Serve chicken with rice and spoon some sauce over the top.

Provided by tnahinu

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 6h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup melted butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
½ cup chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into cubes
3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts into a slow cooker, brush with butter, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Pour in the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth, and add the cream cheese, peppers, and adobo sauce. Stir the mixture gently. Cover, set the cooker to Low, and cook for 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 159 mg, Fat 38.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 21.5 g, Sodium 862 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



Chipotle Chicken image

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
5 garlic cloves, halved
1 tablespoon ground chipotle pepper or ground ancho chile pepper
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Place the first 12 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Transfer marinade to a large bowl or shallow dish. Add chicken; turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium-high heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 6-8 minutes on each side. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORANGE-CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



Orange-Chipotle Chicken image

Big on flavor and easy on the cook's time, this orange-chipotle chicken recipe is appealing. The sweet-yet-hot sauce gets its heat from the chipotle pepper. I serve this dish with a side of rice. —Cittie, Tasteofhome.com Community

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/4 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons orange marmalade
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the broth, marmalade, oil, vinegar, chipotle pepper, honey, chili powder and garlic powder; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until a thermometer reads 165°., Remove chicken to a serving platter and keep warm. Place cooking juices in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken. Freeze option: Cool chicken mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

CHIPOTLE PULLED CHICKEN



Chipotle Pulled Chicken image

At our house, low-and-slow recipes have to have kid and husband appeal, plus good marks for nutrition. This chipotle chicken wins in both categories. Use leftovers for zippy barbecue pizzas or burritos. -Tamra Parker, Manlius, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups ketchup
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon molasses
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce plus 1 teaspoon sauce
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
12 sesame seed hamburger buns, split and toasted
Pickle slices, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 14 ingredients; add chicken. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until chicken is tender (a thermometer should read at least 165°)., Remove chicken from slow cooker. Shred with 2 forks; return to slow cooker. Using tongs, place chicken mixture on bun bottoms and if desired, top with pickle slices. Replace tops. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 1031mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

EASY MOIST CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



Easy Moist Chipotle Chicken image

Instead of just breading chicken, take it up a notch with a kick.

Provided by Toni Losada

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Fried Chicken Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart oil for frying
1 cup bread crumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
garlic salt and pepper to taste
½ cup mayonnaise
2 chipotle chilies in adobo sauce, or to taste
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and pepper in a bowl; set aside.
  • Place the mayonnaise and chipotle peppers into a blender and puree until smooth. Scrape the mayonnaise mixture into a plastic bag; add the chicken breasts and coat evenly with the mayonnaise. Press the chicken breasts into the bread crumb mixture and shake off any excess.
  • Cook the chicken breasts in the hot oil until the breading is golden brown and the breasts are no longer pink on the inside, about 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 665.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Fat 50.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 604.3 mg, Sugar 2 g

SWEET AND SPICY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



Sweet and Spicy Chipotle Chicken image

My husband and I have created many wonderful memories by sharing this meal with our friends. In the winter, we bake it indoors; in the summer, it works well on the grill, too! Either way the chicken pretty much cooks itself, leaving you plenty of time to visit with friends and family. -Ashlie Delshad, West Lafayett, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce plus 3 tablespoons adobo sauce
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)

Steps:

  • Pulse chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, tomato paste, honey, olive oil and sea salt in a food processor or blender until smooth. Spread mixture evenly over chicken. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour or overnight., Preheat oven to 400°. Place chicken on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Tuck wings under chicken; tie drumsticks together. , Roast 20 minutes. Reduce oven setting to 350°. Roast 1-1/2 - 1-3/4 hours longer or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. (Cover loosely with foil if chicken browns too quickly.), Remove chicken from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before carving. If desired, skim fat and thicken pan drippings for gravy. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Fat 27g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 134mg cholesterol, Sodium 437mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 43g protein.

HONEY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN POPPERS RECIPE BY TASTY



Honey Chipotle Chicken Poppers Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, flour, eggs, oil, honey, water, hot sauce, ketchup, chipotle chili powder

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 10 poppers

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup flour
3 eggs, beaten
oil, for frying
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder

Steps:

  • Slice chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks.
  • Combine the chicken with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and chili powder, mixing until evenly seasoned.
  • Place the flour and eggs into separate bowls.
  • Dip a piece of chicken into the flour, then the egg, then back into the flour. Repeat with the rest of the chicken.
  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Fry the chicken pieces until deep-golden brown and crispy.
  • Set aside on a paper towel to drain.
  • In a pan over medium heat, mix together the honey, water, hot sauce, ketchup, and chipotle powder. Bring the sauce to a simmer, and cook for one minute.
  • Toss the chicken in the sauce until evenly glazed.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 9 grams

Tips:

  • Use ripe avocados: Ripe avocados are creamier and have a richer flavor.
  • Choose the right type of tomato: Roma tomatoes are the best type of tomato to use for salsa because they are less watery.
  • Roast the tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes brings out their natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Use fresh cilantro: Fresh cilantro adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the salsa.
  • Season the salsa to taste: Add salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.
  • Serve the salsa immediately: Salsa is best served fresh.

Conclusion:

This Chipotle Chicken Recipe by Tasty is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and then grilled or cooked in a skillet. The salsa is made with roasted tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, and lime juice. The combination of the chicken and the salsa is irresistible. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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