Pollo Chipotle recipe served on a plate, by El Mariachi Restaurant
Sep 17 2026
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Pollo Chipotle Recipe

Inspired by El Mariachi Restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

Savory chicken marinated in smoky chipotle sauce, grilled to perfection and served with a side of fresh salsa.

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Ingredients

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General Ingredients

Chipotle Marinade

Grilled Chicken

Fresh Salsa

Method

Marinate the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a blender or food processor, combine 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 2 cloves of garlic, the juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Place 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or bowl. Pour the chipotle marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

Grill the Chicken

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook the Chicken

    Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

  3. 5

    Rest the Chicken

    Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Prepare the Fresh Salsa

  1. 6

    Chop the Vegetables

    Finely dice 2 ripe tomatoes, 1 small red onion, and 1 jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat). Mince a handful of fresh cilantro and squeeze the juice of 1 lime.

  2. 7

    Mix the Salsa

    In a bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Add salt to taste and stir well to combine. Set aside.

Serve

  1. 8

    Plate and Garnish

    Serve the grilled chicken breasts on a plate with a generous spoonful of fresh salsa on the side. Garnish with lime wedges or extra cilantro if desired.

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