If you have 5 minutes and a blender, you have homemade marinade!
This simple and quick grilled chipotle chicken recipe packs a smoky punch, complemented by the sweet and tangy flavors of honey and lime. Simply marinate and grill for an easy summer weeknight meal.
Course: Dinner and Tailgate
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings6 people
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time16 mins
Ingredients
6 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic smashed and peeled
2 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (i.e. Embasa brand)
1 handful cilantro leaves
1 juice of lime
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, add olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, cumin, garlic, chipotles, cilantro and lime juice.
Blend until the marinade is thick but not chunky.
Pour over chicken and marinate for at least four hours {remove 30 minutes prior to grilling}.
Heat your grill to medium/medium high heat and grill the chicken 6 to 8 minutes a side or until no longer pink.
Homemade Marinara, Made from the Heart
Skip the store-bought sauce and stir up something special. This easy, heart-healthy marinara is packed with bold flavor—without the extra salt, sugar or preservatives. Made with simple pantry staples and a splash of olive oil, it’s a delicious way to love your heart with every bite. Perfect over whole grain pasta, zoodles or even as a pizza base!