Low Fat Chipotle Grilled Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Low Fat Chipotle Grilled Chicken recipe—a smoky, tangy, and lightly sweet dish that’s big on flavor but light on calories. Marinated in a vibrant blend of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, zesty lime juice, and a touch of honey, each boneless, skinless chicken breast absorbs layers of bold seasoning enhanced by warm spices like cumin and a hint of garlic. Grilled to juicy perfection in just 15 minutes, this healthy and protein-packed meal is perfect for busy nights or weekend barbecues. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness, and pair it with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or a crisp salad. Easy, flavorful, and guilt-free, this dish is sure to become a go-to in your healthy grilling repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-4 hours for maximum flavor.

Step 4

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Season both sides of each chicken breast with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and has nice grill marks.

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 9

Slice the chicken and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(804.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1402.7

Total Fat 40.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 1962.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 218.4g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 136.7mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2041.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.0%

Protein: 64.2%

Carbs: 8.8%