Copycat Chipotle Chicken

Name: Copycat Chipotle Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup adobo sauce; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon pepper; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 medium red onion; 1/4 cup water; 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

Total Time Prep: 10 min. + marinating Grill: 10 min.

Yield 6 servings

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Ingredients

1/4 cup adobo sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 medium red onion
1/4 cup water
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

Directions

In a blender or food processor, combine first ten ingredients. Process until smooth. Add water, blend until incorporated. Place chicken in a shallow dish; pour over chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight.
Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over direct heat for 2-3 minutes on each side. Move to cook over indirect heat. Cook 4-6 minutes longer, or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 321 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 1108mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.