Citrus Chipotle Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)

Juicy chicken thighs soaked in a smoky chipotle and citrus mix, cooked on the grill or in a pan.

# Ingredients List:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.36 kg skinless boneless chicken thighs (you can swap for halved boneless skinless chicken breast)

→ Marinade

02 - 6 garlic cloves
03 - 1 can (200 g) chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
04 - 1 medium onion, cut into quarters
05 - 60 ml fresh orange juice
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - 1 tsp ground cumin
08 - 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
09 - 1 tsp salt
10 - 30 g fresh cilantro
11 - 1 tbsp dried oregano
12 - 60 ml fresh lime juice
13 - 1 tsp ground coriander (optional)

→ Cooking

14 - 2 tsp olive oil
15 - 60-75 ml water (optional if pan frying)

# Detailed Cooking Steps:

01 - Throw chipotle, lime and orange juices, cilantro, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper into a blender or food processor. Blend until it's smooth and mixed well.
02 - Put the chicken thighs in a sealed bag or airtight container. Pour the marinade over and mix around so all the chicken is covered. Stick it in the fridge for at least 15 to 30 minutes, but up to 24 hours works best for flavor.
03 - Heat your grill to high, around 175-205°C. Rub olive oil on the grates lightly so the chicken doesn’t stick.
04 - Grill the chicken for 15 to 30 minutes. Turn it now and then. Make sure the inside hits 74°C. Thicker pieces take longer.
05 - Warm up a skillet or grill pan on medium-high and add the olive oil. Place chicken with the marinade sauce into the pan. Cook on one side for 5 minutes, flip, then cook 3-5 more until it hits 74°C inside. If sauce starts drying, splash in some water.
06 - Pour any leftover pan sauce over the chicken for extra juiciness and taste.
07 - Lightly oil the basket of your air fryer. Lay chicken inside and cook at 200°C for 8 minutes. Flip the chicken and finish with another 6 to 7 minutes or until it reaches 74°C internally.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - For a fuller flavor, let the chicken soak in the marinade overnight. Always make sure the chicken’s inside temp hits 74°C to eat safely.
02 - You can cook this by grilling, pan-searing, or air frying—your choice.

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