Adobo Chipotle Chicken

Rice Bowls and Burrito Bowls are better when you have a flavorful protein. This Adobo Chipotle Chicken is just that- flavorful!!! This time we put it on top of freshly fried tostada shells- I know it’s unhealthy- but everything in moderation!! Try this chicken and let me know what you think! Remember the more peppers you use the hotter it will be, so judge accordingly. 

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Adobo Chipotle Chicken

Course: Main Course

Keyword: adobo, adobo sauce, chicken, chicken breast, chipotle peppers, chipotles, rice bowls, texmex

Servings: 4 -6

Author: Misty Tannery - www.learneditfrommymom.com

Ingredients

• 2-3 chili peppers in adobo sauce canned
• 1-3 teaspoon sauce from same can
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• 1 lime juiced
• About ¼ cup water
• 1 ½ pounds chicken breasts diced into bite size pieces
• 1 ½ Tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

• Add all ingredients except chicken and oil to blender and blend until smooth. 
• Add marinade to diced chicken and stir well. Marinate 15 min-1 hour in fridge. Heat oil in skillet and add chicken. Cook undisturbed for about a minute the. Stir and cook until cooked through. Serve hot in rice bowls, burritos etc!