Best Chipotle Chicken Marinade

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons chipotle powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the dry ingredients: chipotle powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Slowly whisk in the olive oil, lime juice, honey, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce until smooth and well-combined.
3. Stir in the chopped cilantro and minced garlic.
4. Place about 2 pounds of chicken in a resealable plastic bag or glass dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken and massage to coat.
5. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
6. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through.
7. Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve as desired.