This quick and easy chipotle chicken recipe is made with boneless chicken thighs (or breasts), delicious for homemade burrito bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and more.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of fat (about 8 thighs)
- 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or crushed
- 1/2 tablespoon chipotle in adobo sauce, or 1 full tbsp to make it spicier, from 1 can*
- 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Directions
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, chipotle in adobo sauce, ancho chile powder, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken thighs, making sure they are thoroughly coated. Let them sit a few minutes to let the flavor set in. You can cook right away or refrigerate as long as overnight, the longer the more flavorful!
