How to Make Chipotle Chicken at Home? Quick & Easy Steps!

how to cook chipotle chicken

I am a big fan of Chipotle burritos because of their delicious and juicy chicken. That’s why, one day, I decided to make this recipe at home. My next task was to search for how to make chipotle chicken at home. After I found an easy chipotle chicken recipe, I gathered all the ingredients and started preparing it. 

Don’t worry! For your help, I have mentioned all the ingredients and the complete recipe for the chicken below. Keep reading this article to prepare a perfect dinner tonight!

Ingredients for Chipotle Chicken Marinade

Without proper marination and ingredients, you can’t make chicken like Chipotle, right? That’s why here is a list of all the exact ingredients that I used in my recipe.

chipotle chicken marinade
  • Half-medium-sized Red onions (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic paste
  • 4-5 pounds of Boneless chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Ancho chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon of all Spices (cumin, oregano salt, & black pepper)
  • 2 tablespoons of Vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika

How to Make Chipotle Chicken at Home?

After collecting all the ingredients, the next step is to prepare chicken marinade and soak it. For a better taste, you can dip chicken in the marination overnight. Here are the steps to prepare and cook the chipotle chicken marinade.

Chipotle Chicken Marinade

  • Use a blender or food processor, and then add all ingredients to form an extremely dense paste. You can add all spices, onion, garlic paste, olive oil, Vinegar, and other ingredients.
  • Now, blend the mixture for one or two minutes.
  • In the next step, you should put pork holes in the boneless chicken. With this step, the marinade will absorb the chicken and enhance the chicken flavors. 
  • Next, take a plastic bag and add chicken and spices into it to marinate the chicken.
  • You should place the chicken for an hour or a day so that the flavors of spices are properly absorbed in it.

How to Cook Chipotle Chicken? 

My friend! There are various options to cook chipotle chicken at home. Like, we can deep fry it, grill, or also make it in an air fryer. 

But, I prefer to make chicken in a hot skillet pan. It is because this is an easy and convenient method.

how to make chipotle chicken

Here are the steps that I followed to make delicious chicken for my dinner burritos:

  • Firstly, I take a large skillet and place it over the stove on a medium flame.
  • Then, I added 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and heated it for one minute.
  • Then, add the chicken to the pan and cook it for some minutes on a low flame. Also, change sides occasionally to avoid burning or over-cooking the chicken.
  • After the chicken turned browned and cooked, I removed it from the heat and cut it into thin slices. 

Nutritional Information of Chipotle Chicken

However, this chipotle chicken is a healthy option to eat, but if you are still confused, then here is a nutritional chart for you. 

This delicious chicken recipe contains less oil and spices, which makes it the best option to eat if you are on a diet.

easy chipotle chicken recipe

Here is the nutritional information for 5 ounces (170 g) of chicken:

NutrientValue% Daily Value (%DV)
Calories150
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0.1g1%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol96mg32%
Sodium338 mg15%
Total Carbohydrate1g0.30%
Dietary Fiber0.5g2%
Total Sugars0.2g
Net Carbs0.4g
Protein32g
Calcium18mg2%
Iron1mg10%
Potassium558mg12%
Vitamin D0.1μg1%

Prices of Chicken at Chipotle 

The average price of chicken at Chipotle is $11.35. You can order it with a salad, burritos, tacos, or any other food you like.

Serving Options of Chipotle Chicken

As I told you earlier, I made this super-delicious chicken to prepare a burrito bowl at home. To prepare a burrito bowl, I added chicken as a base and then topped it with the following veggies:

  • Beans
  • Cabbage
  • Rice
  • Salsa and Guacamole
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Capsicum
  • Tomatoes
  • Shredded cheese

However, you can also prepare many other recipes or serve this chicken with any other option of your choice. Some other recipes that I prepared by using this Chipotle chicken are listed below:

  • Tacos
  • Nachos
  • Salad bowl
  • Quesadilla
  • Chicken wrap
  • Chicken fajitas

Some Tips to Make Your Chicken More Delicious and Juicy

  • You must use Chicken thighs to prepare this recipe, as they are more suitable and offer the best taste.
  • You can also store the leftover chicken in the freezer for a week. Also, make sure to store it in an airtight container to keep the taste intact.
  • To save you a lot of time, you can also prepare and freeze the chipotle sauce mixture. You can use an ice cube tray to save this paste.
  • You should also keep the spices in chicken mild so that everyone can enjoy the taste.

Final Words!

After I prepared this yummy Chipotle chicken at home, my worry about the meal just went away. It is because it is quick and easy to make, so I can prepare it anytime with minimal effort. 

If you are wondering how to make chipotle chicken at home, this guide is a gift for you as you will find all the information, including instructions and ingredients of the recipe. So, prepare it at your home and enjoy!

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  • Yield: 7-9 servings
  • Preparation time: 20 minutes
  • Marinade time: 1 hour
  • Cooking time: 30 minutes
  • Total time: 1 hour 50 minutes

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Elena Castillo

Hi, I’m Chef Elena Castillo. I share bold, smoky Chipotle-inspired recipes, sauces, and copycat bowls—each one personally tested, refined, and crafted with real kitchen experience and a deep love for Chipotle flavors!

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