Look forward to dinner time – keto chipotle chicken is spiced with ancho chili powder and is the perfect thing for Taco Tuesday!
What Is Chipotle Chicken
Just like the name implies, this recipe is a near-perfect copycat of Chipotle chicken from the popular restaurant. It’s easier than you might think to make Chipotle chicken at home.
You just need a bunch of spices! What really gives it the iconic flavor is the Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce. Look in the International food section of the grocery store, but don’t skip this ingredient.
Once you have all the ingredients, you’re ready to make chicken that will taste just as good on it’s own as it does on top of cauliflower rice, in a low-carb tortilla, or on top of an avocado.
Shopping List
Before you make this easy spicy chicken, this is what you’ll need from the store. All of the exact ingredient amounts are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into pieces
- Finely chopped red onion
- Olive oil
- Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce chopped
- Adobo sauce
- Minced garlic
- Cumin
- Oregano
- Ancho chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Ingredient Substitutions
There is room for creativity in this recipe. If you make any changes, let me know – I’d love to hear!
Below are a few common ingredient swaps you can make:
- Chicken breast instead of chicken thighs
- Yellow or white onion instead of red onion
- Smoked paprika instead of Ancho chili powder
- Add sliced jalapeno to make it spicier
Best Type Of Chicken To Use
Whenever you bake or fry chicken, it’s always best to use dark meat instead of white meat. Chicken thighs will stay juicier and won’t dry out as quickly.
If you only have chicken breast or breast tenders, then have some extra sauce on the side that you can drizzle on top in case it is a tad too dry.
Mexican Sides
Here’s what to eat with chipotle chicken. Just serve this chicken with your favorite low-carb Mexican sides!
It tastes delicious with keto salsa verde chicken enchiladas. And you can never go wrong with some keto tortilla chips, queso dip, and some tasty guacamole!
For dessert, make a keto tres leches cake. It’s incredibly rich without having too many carbs. It’s basically my favorite homemade cake recipe.
Storage
This is the perfect way to cook chicken for meal prep or to eat it in leftovers throughout the week.
How To Meal Prep
To meal prep with chipotle chicken, follow the directions in the recipe card and then let it coo to room temperature. Store it in an airtight food storage container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
How To Freeze
This chicken freezes really well! Store it in a freezer-safe bag or container. It will stay fresh in the freezer for up to six months.
Making It
Here’s the list of ingredients that you’ll need to make this filling and delicious keto chipotle chicken recipe. The exact measurements and instructions are located in the printable recipe card just a little bit further below.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20-30minutes
Servings: 6
Net Carbs: 1 net carbs per serving
Place the chicken into a mixing bowl.
Add the remaining ingredients into the mixing bowl with the chicken, and toss to combine well.
Marinate for 4 hours.
Spread the chicken onto a parchment or silicone mat-lined baking sheet.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Bake for 20-30 minutes until cooked through. Broil for 1-2 minutes to make the edges crispy if desired.
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Keto Chipotle Chicken
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs cut into pieces
- 1/3 cup Red Onion finely chopped
- 1 Chipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce chopped
- 2 tbsp Adobo Sauce
- 2 tsp Minced Garlic `
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 3 tsp Ancho Chili Powder
Instructions
- Place the chicken into a mixing bowl.
- Add the remaining ingredients into the mixing bowl with the chicken, and toss to combine well.
- Marinate for 4 hours.
- Spread the chicken onto a parchment or silicone mat lined baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes to make the edges crispy if desired.
Notes
Keto Chicken Recipes
If you enjoyed this keto chipotle chicken recipe, here are some more easy keto chicken recipes kids will enjoy too.
- Chicken Carbonara
- Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders
- Italian Chicken Skewers
- Creamy Low-Carb Pesto Chicken Thighs
- Sesame Ginger Chicken Stir Fry
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