Chipotle Lime Chicken
If I had to choose one protein prep recipe that gets made over and over in our house, it would be this Chipotle Lime Chicken!
Creator: Leslie Stokes
If I had to choose one protein prep recipe that gets made over and over in our house, it would be this Chipotle Lime Chicken!
It’s smoky, slightly spicy, packed with fresh lime flavor, and works for almost everything. We use it for sheet pan fajitas, burrito bowls, tacos, salads, wraps, quesadillas, nachos, and meal prep lunches.
That’s why I love protein prepping instead of making the same meal over and over. One marinade gives you endless dinner possibilities throughout the week.
I usually make this on Sunday along with a couple other marinades, and by the time dinner rolls around, all I have to do is cook the chicken and add whatever sides we’re craving that night.
It’s healthy, packed with protein, and incredibly versatile.
Why You’ll Love This chicken Recipe
- Meal prep favorite
- Perfect for tacos, bowls, salads, and wraps
- High-protein dinner
- Freezer friendly
- Ready in about 20 minutes
- Family favorite
- Great for grilling, baking, or sheet pan dinners
Leslie’s Favorite Ways to Use this chicken
- Burrito bowls
- Sheet pan fajitas
- Quesadillas
- Nachos
- Taco salads
- Lettuce wraps
- Rice bowls
- Meal prep containers
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze this marinade?
Yes! Freeze the raw chicken directly in the marinade. It’s one of my favorite meal prep hacks.
Can I make it less spicy?
Absolutely. Reduce the chipotle peppers or simply use a little adobo sauce.
Can I use chicken breasts?
Definitely. Just reduce the cooking time slightly so they don’t dry out.
Tips for this Marinade
- Chicken thighs stay the juiciest.
- Make a double batch and freeze one.
- Add vegetables to the same sheet pan for an easy one-pan dinner.
- Finish with fresh cilantro and extra lime juice.
I hope this marinade helps you! Don’t forget to follow along on social media for more Meal Prep + healthy recipes!
Chipotle Lime Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2-3 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Let's Make It
- Whisk together all of the marinade ingredients.
- Add the chicken and coat well.
- Marinate for at least two hours or overnight.
- Grill, bake, or cook on a sheet pan with peppers and onions until the chicken reaches 165 degrees.
- Slice and use throughout the week however you like.
Meal Prep in 1 Hour
You can use any two of the meals in this series to get your meal prep done in just about and hour, give or take!
Having your breakfast and lunch ready for the week helps you stay on track with your nutriton, saves you time and money! I truly beleive that meal prep does not need to be over complicated, take too much time or be boring!
I always get asked- “do you ever get tired of eating the same thing all week?” and the answer is, no! Not when the food taste good! I give plenty of variety in these preps and keep it simple!
As always, thanks for being here and remember, don’t over complicate the process! Take a deep breath, you got this!
