Description
This Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken recipe features tender and juicy boneless chicken thighs marinated in a smoky, spicy chipotle sauce, then cooked to perfection in an air fryer. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an easy, flavorful dish perfect for rice bowls or a quick, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 lb boneless chicken thighs
Marinade
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 99 g chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 15 g fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the marinade: Add chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, fresh cilantro, salt, and black pepper to a blender. Blend until combined and smooth.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl and pour ⅓ cup of the marinade over them. Toss to coat the chicken thoroughly. Cover the bowl with clingfilm and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest the chicken: Remove the chicken and let it rest for about 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute before serving.
- Serve: Build your favorite rice bowl with the chipotle chicken and enjoy a delicious, smoky meal.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor and aroma in the marinade.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the chicken at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve with mango salsa, black beans, and cilantro lime rice for a complete meal.
- Marinate the chicken longer (up to 24 hours) for deeper flavor infusion.
- Use boneless skinless chicken thighs to keep the meat tender and juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 337 kcal
- Sugar: 0.1 g
- Sodium: 213 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.04 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 215 mg
