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Chipotle Chicken Marinade

This smoky and flavorful chipotle chicken marinade is quick to prepare and perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-searing chicken.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce adjust to taste, remove seeds for less heat
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 lbs chicken pieces breasts, thighs, or drumsticks

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a blender or food processor, combine the olive oil, honey, minced garlic, chipotle peppers, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  2. Place the chicken pieces in a large resealable bag or a non-reactive container. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Seal the bag or cover the container.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 6 hours, turning the chicken occasionally. For best flavor, marinate for 2-4 hours.
  4. When ready to cook, remove the chicken from the marinade (discarding any excess marinade). Cook using your preferred method (grilling, baking, pan-searing).

Notes

This versatile marinade can also be used for pork or shrimp. Adjust the number of chipotle peppers to control the heat level.