Tex-Mex Grilled Chicken with Chipotle Lime Marinade

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-16 · Updated 2026-06-16

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in a smoky chipotle lime sauce, served with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a vibrant Tex-Mex flavor. This Mexican-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, about 6 oz each chicken breasts
2 peppers, minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro
4 wedges, for serving lime wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
Step 2: Place 4 chicken breasts (6 oz each) in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3-4 hours for deeper flavor.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
Step 4: Transfer grilled chicken to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and serve with 4 lime wedges for squeezing over the top.