Pollo Chipotle Recipe
Grilled chicken breast topped with chipotle sauce and Monterrey jack cheese.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Chipotle Sauce
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Make the Chipotle Sauce
In a blender, combine chipotle peppers, sour cream, lime juice, honey, and garlic cloves. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Cooking
- 3
Grill the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 4
Add Chipotle Sauce and Cheese
During the last minute of grilling, top each chicken breast with a generous amount of chipotle sauce and sprinkle Monterrey Jack cheese over it. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese.
Serving
- 5
Plate the Dish
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.