Chipotle Chicken

Estimate, per serving

Cal
380
Protein
42.5g
Carbs
3g
Fat
21g
Sodium
680mg
Fiber
0.5g
chicken thighsboneless, skinless

Pescatarianextra-firm tofu pressed and cubedpat dry, sear longer for color

3 lb3 lb
chipotle peppers in adobo
4 peppers
adobo sauce
4 tbsp
garlic
6 cloves
neutral oil
4 tbsp
white vinegar
4 tbsp
ancho chili powder
3 tsp
kosher salt
3 tsp
ground cumin
3 tsp
dried oregano
2 tsp
black pepperfreshly ground
1 tsp
lime
2 lime
  1. 01Blend chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic, oil, vinegar, ancho chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. 02Place chicken thighs in a bowl or zip-top bag, pour marinade over, toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 12 hours.2 hr
  3. 03Remove chicken from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.30 min
  4. 04Preheat grill to 475-500°F or heat cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Lightly oil grates or skillet.
  5. 05Place chicken on grill or in pan and cook undisturbed 4-5 minutes until deeply charred. Flip and cook 4-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 170-175°F.10 min
  6. 06Transfer chicken to cutting board and rest 8-10 minutes.9 min
  7. 07Slice chicken into strips, chop into 1/2-inch pieces, sprinkle with lime juice, toss to coat, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. 08Serve warm.