Mexican food is a big hit in our house. Once a week we incorporate something along that food type into our dinners. One recipe that I am very thankful I came across was this All Purpose Chipotle Chicken recipe. The title is true; you can use it for everything! So far I have used the chicken for tacos, quesadillas, salads and burrito bowls. I recently used this recipe for a gathering I held at my house. Of the people that were invited, about 75% of them are picky eaters. All of said picky eaters enjoyed the way I prepared the chicken….Win!
Here’s what’s cookin’:
Ingredients
- 2-3 Chicken Breasts, Pounded Thin
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder
- ½ teaspoon Chili Powder
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
- ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt (I only use a pinch)
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 Tablespoon Lime Juice
Directions
In a small bowl, whisk the rub ingredients together and rub evenly all over chicken breasts. Time permitting, allow the chicken to sit for 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate up to 8 hours then bring to room temperature before cooking.
Stovetop Directions:
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium –high heat. Once very hot, add chicken and cook undisturbed for 3-5 minutes or until nicely browned on one side. Turn the chicken over, cover and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for approximately 5-7 more minutes. Remove to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Grilling Directions:
Preheat the grill to medium heat, 350-450 degrees F. Grill chicken undisturbed for 5-7 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through (165 degrees F). Remove chicken from grill and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Helpful Hints
The Stovetop version produces a lot of smoke and if you use the recommended amount of paprika it makes the air seem a little “spicy.” Just be sure to have your fan on and maybe open some windows. The outdoor grill produces a much less smoky environment in your home.
Try it with some of this Cilantro Lime Rice…so good.