Spicy Chipotle Grilled Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Spicy Chipotle Grilled Chicken
45 min.
4
528kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine? Look no further than this Spicy Chipotle Grilled Chicken recipe! Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a healthy option for those with dietary restrictions. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up a flavorful meal that serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or a cozy dinner with friends.

The star of this recipe is the smoky, rich flavor of canned chipotle chiles in adobo, which infuses the chicken with a delightful heat that is balanced by the freshness of cilantro and the warmth of spices like cumin and paprika. Each bite is a tantalizing experience that will leave your guests asking for seconds!

Grilling the chicken adds a beautiful char and enhances the flavors, making it a perfect main dish for lunch or dinner. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or simply looking to elevate your weeknight meals, this Spicy Chipotle Grilled Chicken is sure to impress. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a deliciously spicy meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup chipotle chiles in adobo canned
  • 3.5 pound meat from a rotisserie chicken cut into 8 pieces
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves pressed
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5  onion coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon paprika 
  • teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Combine chipotles in adobo, olive oil, and garlic cloves in processor; puree until paste forms.
  2. Add chopped onion, chopped cilantro, paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt; process until onion is finely chopped.
  3. Transfer 1/4 cup chipotle mixture to small bowl; cover and refrigerate. Arrange chicken pieces in 11x7x2-inch glass baking dish.
  4. Spread remaining chipotle mixture all over chicken pieces. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  5. Spray grill rack with nonstick spray. Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Grill chicken until cooked through, moving to cooler part of grill as needed to prevent burning and brushing with reserved marinade during last 5 minutes of grilling, about 30 minutes.
  6. Transfer chicken to platter and serve.
  7. *Canned chipotle chiles in adobo are available at some supermarkets, at Latin markets, and from mexgrocer.com.

Nutrition Facts

Calories528kcal
Protein27.57%
Fat68.1%
Carbs4.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.25
Glycemic Load
0.48
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.479999811753%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:528.27kcal
26.41%
Fat:39.62g
60.96%
Saturated Fat:9.72g
60.78%
Carbohydrates:5.67g
1.89%
Net Carbohydrates:3.08g
1.12%
Sugar:1.81g
2.02%
Cholesterol:142.88mg
47.63%
Sodium:726.21mg
31.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.09g
72.18%
Vitamin B3:13.24mg
66.21%
Selenium:27.96µg
39.94%
Vitamin B6:0.75mg
37.61%
Phosphorus:295.92mg
29.59%
Vitamin A:1297.9IU
25.96%
Vitamin E:2.81mg
18.73%
Vitamin B5:1.81mg
18.09%
Zinc:2.66mg
17.73%
Iron:2.98mg
16.55%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.42%
Potassium:446.01mg
12.74%
Magnesium:45.61mg
11.4%
Vitamin K:11.84µg
11.28%
Fiber:2.59g
10.35%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.84%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.93%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.72%
Copper:0.12mg
6.2%
Vitamin C:4.65mg
5.63%
Folate:15.26µg
3.81%
Calcium:37.74mg
3.77%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.54%
Source:Epicurious