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Sliced chipotle chicken on a white board with spices, garlic, and herbs scattered around.

Chipotle Chicken

Chipotle Chicken is smoky, juicy, and full of flavor—perfect for tacos, salads, bowls, or meal prep all week.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican, Tex Mex
Servings 4
Calories 291 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Tongs
  • Cast iron skillet or grill pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle powder

Instructions
 

  • Add the chicken, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and chipotle powder to a large mixing bowl.
  • Toss everything together until the chicken is fully coated.
  • Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, until cooked through and lightly charred.
  • Let rest a few minutes before slicing or serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 291kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 39gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 708mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 583IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Meal Prep, Spicy, Summer, Weeknight Dinner
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