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chipotle honey chicken

Chipotle Honey Chicken Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 2 tbsp of the glaze in a small bowl.
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tbsp adobo sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Method
 

  1. Blend the 2 chipotle peppers, 1 tbsp adobo sauce, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper until smooth. Reserve 2 tbsp of the glaze in a small bowl.
  2. Pat the 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry, coat in the remaining glaze, and let rest for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken smooth side down for 5 to 6 minutes until deeply caramelized.
  4. Flip the chicken and roast in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Brush the reserved glaze over the hot chicken, scatter the 2 tbsp chopped cilantro on top, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

The glaze can be made up to 5 days ahead and kept in the fridge, which makes this a genuinely fast weeknight dinner. If your pan is not fully oven-safe, transfer the chicken to a lined baking sheet before the oven step. Leftovers slice well cold for grain bowls or rice wraps the next day.