We love a good copycat recipe and this one is spot on. The chipotle pepper and adobo sauce gives that authentic Chipotle taste we long for.
Yields: 4 servings
Prep Time: 0 hours 5 mins
Total Time: 2 hours 20 mins
Ingredients
For the chicken
1/2 red onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, plus 2 tbsp. sauce
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. cumin
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the bowls
Cooked Rice
Corn
Black beans
Guacamole
Cilantro
Salsa
Lime wedges
Directions
- In a food processor, blend red onion, garlic, chipotle pepper in adobo and sauce, oil, oregano, and cumin until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add marinade and chicken to a large resealable plastic bag and rub all over to coat chicken. Let marinate in the fridge at least 2 hours.
- Bring chicken to room temperature and preheat grill to high. Grill until cooked through, 8 minutes per side.
- Serve over rice with desired toppings.
