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Chipotle Lime Chicken

Chipotle Lime Chicken
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Chipotle Lime Chicken is a flavor-packed grilled chicken dish that perfectly balances smoky chipotle peppers with zesty lime juice, garlic, and cilantro. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for summer BBQs, family gatherings, or weeknight dinners. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a juicy and tender chicken that will become the highlight of your meal. Marinated to perfection, this dish offers versatility in serving options—whether as a taco filling, in a burrito bowl, or alongside fresh salads. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Chipotle Lime Chicken that are sure to impress anyone at your table!

Ingredients

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  • 2 – 2.5 lbs deboned skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime zest
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves (roughly chopped)
  • 1 jalapeño (chopped finely)
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder (or more to taste)
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
  • lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Remove bones from chicken thighs by making slits along each side of the bone. Rinse and pat dry.
  2. Make the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, chipotle chili powder, garlic, and salt. Reserve some marinade for basting.
  3. Marinate: Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Marinate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best results).
  4. Grill: Preheat the grill on medium-high heat. Brush reserved marinade on top of the chicken and grill until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes per side).
  5. Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges.

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