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Orange Chipotle Chicken

A smoky, sweet chipotle and orange marinade makes tender grilled chicken with bold flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Food processor or blender
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring cup
  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • Tongs
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic roughly chopped
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 4 chipotle peppers in adobo roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 boneless chicken breasts

Instructions
 

  • Place the olive oil, garlic, honey, ground cumin, chopped chipotle peppers, orange juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper into a food processor or blender.
  • Pulse until the mixture is smooth and emulsified to form the marinade.
  • Put the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them, turning to coat.
  • Refrigerate and marinate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight for best flavor.
  • When ready to cook, remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and oil the grates or pan lightly.
  • Grill the chicken until cooked through, about 6–10 minutes per side depending on thickness, or until an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Marinate at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  • Adjust cooking time for bone-in pieces to reach 165°F internal temperature.
  • Pound breasts to even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • You can add chopped onion or cilantro to the marinade if desired.
  • If not grilling, pan-sear then finish in a 400°F oven until 165°F internal temperature.