Best 7 Southwestern Lime Chicken With Ancho Chile Sauce Recipes

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Transport yourself to the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this tantalizing recipe for Southwestern Lime Chicken with Ancho Chile Sauce. This dish is a symphony of zesty citrus, smoky chiles, and tender chicken, all harmoniously blended together to create a culinary masterpiece. Get ready to embark on a flavor-filled journey as we dive into the secrets of crafting this delectable entrée.

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CHILI LIME CHICKEN



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This recipe combines many of the spices that I grew up with and that have become a distinctive part of much of my cooking including dishes such as chili Colorado, posole, and Frontera™ style carne asada. I would describe this dish as more Tex-Mex or New Mexican than Mexican. Serve on a bed of rice or slice thinly for use in tacos or to top a green salad.

Provided by Larry Dean

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 3h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
⅔ cup canola oil, or more as needed
1 large lime, juiced
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Combine ancho chile powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and chipotle powder in a medium glass or ceramic bowl. Whisk in canola oil and lime juice until well combined; thin with additional canola oil if mixture seems too thick.
  • Arrange chicken in a glass or ceramic baking dish and pour the marinade over the chicken, covering it completely. Marinate in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange the chicken on the baking sheet; do not crowd. Discard any excess marinade.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the centers, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 to 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 929.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN WITH ANCHO CHILI SAUCE



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From epicurious.com. The sauce can be made ahead of time. I prepare it when I prepare the chicken for marinating.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time P1DT15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
8 slices monterey jack cheese
3 dried ancho chiles, stemmed, seeded, torn into pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • For the Chicken: Combine first 9 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk to blend. Place chicken in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken breasts from marinade. Grill chicken until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Place 1 cheese slice atop each chicken breast half; cover barbecue and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Transfer chicken breasts to plates. Serve with Ancho Chili Sauce.
  • Make the Sauce: Place chilies in medium metal bowl. Pour enough boiling water over chilies to cover. Let stand until chilies are soft, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup soaking liquid.
  • Puree chilies, 3 tablespoons soaking liquid and lime juice in blender until smooth. Transfer to small bowl. Whisk in mayonnaise, brown sugar, oregano, rosemary and cumin. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using, adding water by tablespoonfuls and stirring if very thick.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.7, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 104.3, Sodium 1158.5, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 8.2, Protein 34.5

ANCHO-LIME MARINATED BBQ CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 12h50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 whole chickens
1/2 cup light olive oil
1/2 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons black pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Cut the chickens into legs, thighs, breasts, and wings and place in a large pan. Whisk together the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and pour over the chicken. Cover the chicken and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the grill. Place the chicken pieces on the grill at a 45 degree angle to establish good grill marks. Once the chicken easily releases from the grill, turn it over to continue cooking. Make sure to season the chicken with salt while it's cooking. Once the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F, or its juices run clear, remove the chicken from the grill. Let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN WITH ANCHO CHILE SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Chicken     Marinate     Dinner     Lime

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
8 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
Ancho Chile Sauce (recipe follows)
Special equipment: Gas or charcoal grill

Steps:

  • Combine the lime juice, soy sauce, oil, sugar, herbs, garlic, chili powder, and cayenne in a medium bowl; whisk to blend. Place the chicken in a 13 by 9-inch glass baking dish 2 inches deep. Pour the marinade over. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare a grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Place 1 cheese slice atop each chicken piece; cover the grill and cook until the cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Transfer the chicken to plates. Serve with Ancho Chile Sauce.

SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN WITH ANCHO CHILI SAUCE



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Categories     Chicken     Pepper     Marinate     Low Carb     Lime     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
Ancho Chili Sauce

Steps:

  • Combine first 9 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk to blend. Place chicken in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over. Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken breasts from marinade. Grill chicken until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Place 1 cheese slice atop each chicken breast half; cover barbecue and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Transfer chicken breasts to plates. Serve with Ancho Chili Sauce.

SOUTHWESTERN LIME CHICKEN



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Yummy. From Bon Appetit. I usually use the George Foreman, slice the chicken and add it to Summer Veggie Burritos ##113986 for non-veggies.

Provided by LA286570

Categories     High Protein

Time P1DT20m

Yield 8 chicken breasts, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Combine first 9 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk to blend.
  • Place chicken in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  • Remove chicken breasts from marinade.
  • Grill chicken until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken breasts to plates.

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE LIME CHILI



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I came up with this recipe the first week of October, when I was participating in a chili cook-off in Mountain Home, ID. Came out great and every judge and taster enjoyed it. It will have the authentic chili flavor with a little 'twist.' This recipe should be started the night before you wish to serve it.

Provided by bakerandahalf

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 14h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons cooking oil
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 pounds sirloin roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 (15 ounce) cans chili beans
2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
3 cups water
2 tablespoons mild chili powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, or more to taste
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
lime, juiced
6 drops Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir the green bell peppers, onion, and garlic in the hot oil until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the sirloin roast to the pepper mixture and continue cooking until the beef is completely browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Stir the chili beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, lime juice, and Worcestershire sauce into the pot; reduce heat to medium-low and cook 3 to 5 hours. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before chilling in refrigerator overnight.
  • Before serving, return pot to stove over medium-low heat; cook another 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 33.1 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 2000.1 mg, Sugar 8 g

Tips:

  • Prepare the ancho chile sauce ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld before using it as a marinade.
  • Use a high-quality olive oil to enhance the flavor of the chicken and vegetables.
  • To save time, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken and simply reheat it with the sauce.
  • For a spicier dish, use more ancho chile powder in the sauce or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the chicken with a variety of accompaniments, such as rice, black beans, corn, and avocado slices.

Conclusion:

This Southwestern Lime Chicken with Ancho Chile Sauce is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The zesty lime marinade infuses the chicken with a bright flavor, while the ancho chile sauce adds a smoky and slightly spicy kick. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete and delicious meal.

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