Best 2 Grilled Chipotle Marinated Chicken Recipes

Grilled chipotle marinated chicken is a delectable culinary creation that offers a rich and flavorful experience to food enthusiasts. The marinade, prepared with an array of spices, herbs, and chipotle peppers, infuses the chicken with a smoky and zesty flavor that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether you're grilling it outdoors on a hot summer day or searing it in a pan on a cozy winter evening, this dish will surely become a favorite among your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHIPOTLE MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN

Chipotle Marinated Grilled Chicken image

This is a great, smokey, spicy marinade for chicken or firm fish. The marinade itself is very spicy, not to be used as a sauce. But the end result has just a little kick, not overpowering.

Provided by Kevin Naughton

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 garlic cloves
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
kosher salt to taste
4 skinless chicken drumsticks

Steps:

Place the chipotle peppers, garlic, cayenne pepper, paprika, black pepper, cumin, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, honey, vinegar, and olive oil into a blender. Puree until no pieces of garlic remain. Pour 1/4 of the marinade into a small dish and set aside. Rub a pinch of kosher salt into each chicken drumstick and place into a resealable plastic bag. Pour in the marinade, shake, and seal. Marinade at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
Cook the chicken legs on the preheated grill until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Once the legs are completely cooked, baste well with the remaining marinade, cover the grill, and cook and additional 2 minutes per side to glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 37.8 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 573.2 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

GRILLED CHIPOTLE MARINATED CHICKEN

Grilled Chipotle Marinated Chicken image

This chicken is grilled after being marinated in a spicy marinade. The chipotle chiles give the marinade its smoky flavor. You can increase the heat to your liking with your favorite hot sauce. Habanero hot sauce works best, as very little is needed to increase the heat without changing the flavor of the marinade. I think mesquite charcoal works best as it enhances the flavor.

Provided by David Huntzinger

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 6h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 cloves garlic
¾ cup chopped onion
6 tablespoons chopped canned chipotle chilies with some of the adobo sauce
¾ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup water
⅓ cup lime juice
4 teaspoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 dash hot sauce to taste
2 cups Worcestershire sauce
2 (3 pound) whole chickens, cut into pieces

Steps:

Place garlic, onion, chipotle peppers, and vinegar into a blender. Puree until smooth, then add water, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce. Blend until incorporated, then add Worcestershire until mixed. Pour marinade over chicken in a large bowl, and toss to coat. Cover, and marinate in refrigerator 6 hours to overnight.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate. Remove chicken from marinade, and shake off excess; discard remaining marinade.
Grill chicken until juices run clear, turning frequently, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1159.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Tips:

Choose the right chicken: For best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. Bone-in chicken will take longer to cook and may not be as tender.
Make the marinade ahead of time: The longer the chicken marinates, the more flavorful it will be. If you're short on time, you can marinate the chicken for as little as 30 minutes, but it's best to marinate it for at least 2 hours, or even overnight.
Use a hot grill: A hot grill will help to sear the chicken and prevent it from sticking. Aim for a grill temperature of around 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Cook the chicken over indirect heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out. If you're using a gas grill, turn off the burners on one side of the grill and cook the chicken over the unlit side. If you're using a charcoal grill, bank the coals on one side of the grill and cook the chicken over the other side.
Use a meat thermometer: The best way to ensure that the chicken is cooked through is to use a meat thermometer. Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Conclusion:

Grilled chipotle-marinated chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a backyard barbecue. With its smoky, spicy flavor, this chicken is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and healthy chicken recipe, give grilled chipotle-marinated chicken a try.