Chipotle Braised Chicken

Gluten Free
Health score
12%
Chipotle Braised Chicken
1500 min.
4
592kcal

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If you’re looking to spice up your dinner routine with a dish that’s bursting with flavor, look no further than this Chipotle Braised Chicken. This gluten-free delight is not just a meal; it’s an experience that promises to tantalize your taste buds and bring the warmth of Southwestern cooking right into your kitchen.

Imagine succulent chicken pieces braised to perfection, infused with the smoky heat of chipotle chile powder and the savory essence of cooked onions and garlic. This dish not only offers a robust flavor profile but also fills your kitchen with an enticing aroma that will have everyone eagerly waiting for dinner.

The preparation may take some time, but each minute is worth the wait as you slowly transform simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. Paired with zesty lime juice and fresh cilantro, this dish delivers a refreshing twist that brightens every bite. Whether served at lunch or as the main course for dinner, it suits any meal occasion and promises satisfaction for both family and guests.

So gather your ingredients, fire up your frying pan, and get ready to impress with a dish that’s as flavorful as it is visually stunning. This Chipotle Braised Chicken is more than just a recipe; it’s a celebration of flavors that will make you the star of the kitchen!

Ingredients

  • pounds chicken pieces 
  • teaspoon chipotle sauce 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • servings lime wedges 
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • large onion halved lengthwise thinly sliced lengthwise
  •  bay leaves 
  • tablespoon butter unsalted
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cook onion, garlic, and bay leaf in butter and 1/2 tablespoon oil with 1/8 teaspoon salt in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Pat chicken dry and season with 1 teaspoon salt. Brown chicken in remaining tablespoon oil in 2 batches, 5 to 6 minutes per batch, transferring to a plate as browned.
  4. Discard all but 2 tablespoons fat from skillet, then stir in chile powder and onion mixture and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in water and bring to a simmer, scraping up brown bits.
  5. Add chicken and cook, covered, over low heat, turning chicken once, until just cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  6. Transfer chicken and onions with a slotted spoon to a platter. Skim off and discard fat from sauce, then boil until slightly thickened. Stir in lime juice and cilantro and spoon sauce over chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories592kcal
Protein29.97%
Fat66.37%
Carbs3.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.25
Glycemic Load
0.94
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.419130584468%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.77mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
8.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:591.7kcal
29.59%
Fat:43.04g
66.21%
Saturated Fat:12.53g
78.3%
Carbohydrates:5.34g
1.78%
Net Carbohydrates:4.24g
1.54%
Sugar:2.21g
2.45%
Cholesterol:181.02mg
60.34%
Sodium:168.76mg
7.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:43.73g
87.47%
Vitamin B3:15.81mg
79.04%
Selenium:33.76µg
48.24%
Vitamin B6:0.88mg
43.86%
Phosphorus:355.28mg
35.53%
Vitamin B5:2.18mg
21.77%
Zinc:3.13mg
20.87%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.24%
Potassium:509.62mg
14.56%
Magnesium:51.7mg
12.93%
Iron:2.25mg
12.52%
Vitamin B12:0.72µg
12.05%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.74%
Vitamin E:1.58mg
10.5%
Vitamin C:8.64mg
10.48%
Vitamin K:10.18µg
9.69%
Vitamin A:483.62IU
9.67%
Copper:0.14mg
7.21%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.23%
Folate:22.27µg
5.57%
Fiber:1.1g
4.39%
Calcium:41.19mg
4.12%
Vitamin D:0.52µg
3.43%
Source:Epicurious