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Chipotle Lime Chicken Recipe

This Chipotle Lime Chicken is simple, delicious, full of flavor, and so easy to make. It comes together in a matter of minutes and tastes amazing when grilled. 
Prep Time2 hours 20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time2 hours 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chipotle chicken, Grilled chicken
Servings: 6
Calories: 180kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup lime juice
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 3 Tablespoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 limes

Instructions

  • In a medium size bowl, mix together the olive oil, lime juice, soy sauce, cilantro, chipotle chili powder, minced garlic, honey, and salt until well combined.
  • Set about 1/2 cup of the marinade aside.
  • Place the chicken breasts in the marinade and let soak for about 2-6 hours in the refrigerator.
  • Heat grill to medium-high heat, and place chicken on.
  • Baste grilling chicken with the half cup of marinade that was set aside.
  • Grill until the chicken is done all the way through, and the outsides are dark golden brown.
  • Serve with fresh limes, and enjoy

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 834mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 287IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg