Description
This honey chipotle chicken combines the sweet, smoky heat of chipotle peppers with the natural sweetness of honey, creating a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re grilling, baking, or pan-searing, this chicken delivers a flavor-packed experience that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped, plus 2 tablespoons of adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper for extra heat
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until smooth.
- Place the chicken in a shallow dish or resealable bag, and pour the marinade over the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, or preheat your oven to 400°F, or heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side on the grill, 25-30 minutes in the oven, or 6-8 minutes per side in the skillet. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For a deeper smoky flavor, grill the chicken instead of baking or pan-searing.
- Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers depending on how spicy you like your chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Baking, Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mexican, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg