Best 6 Chipotle Chicken Thighs With Chunky Guacamole Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Chipotle Chicken Thighs with Chunky Guacamole, a culinary masterpiece that blends the smoky heat of chipotle with the creamy richness of avocado. This delectable dish takes you on a culinary journey, where tender chicken thighs are marinated in a zesty blend of spices and then grilled to perfection, resulting in a succulent and flavorful main course. Accompanying the chicken is a chunky guacamole, prepared with fresh avocados, tangy lime juice, and a hint of cilantro, adding a refreshing and vibrant touch to the dish. Dive into this flavorful experience, as we guide you through the simple steps to recreate this restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

WHISKEY ORANGE CHIPOTLE CHICKEN THIGHS AND DRUMSTICKS



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This recipe couldn't be easier. You just blitz up a few ingredients to make the marinade, pour it over the chicken, and you're almost done. If you prep it on a weekend day or early in the week, you can just pop it in the fridge and let it hang for up to 2 days, then cook it whenever you're ready. The chicken comes out of the oven sweet and spicy with lots of little crunchy caramelized bits on the skin--amazing!

Provided by Alejandra Ramos

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, rinsed and dried, plus more for garnish
4 garlic cloves, peeled
One 8-ounce can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (use half a can if you prefer it less spicy)
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups orange marmalade
1 cup whiskey (substitute orange juice for a nonalcoholic version)
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 chicken thighs
6 chicken drumsticks

Steps:

  • Add the cilantro, garlic, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, tomato paste, marmalade, whiskey, olive oil, salt and black pepper to a food processor or blender. Puree until smooth. Put the chicken thighs and drumsticks in a resealable bag or an airtight container. Pour the marinade over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 8 hours and up to 2 days (if the chicken is in a bag, place the bag in a baking dish before refrigerating it to avoid leaks).
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Arrange the chicken in a large roasting pan, skin-side up. Pour in the marinade along with the chicken.
  • Bake until the skin is fully caramelized and crispy and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thighs reads 170 degrees F, 45 to 55 minutes. Serve garnished with a bit of fresh cilantro.

COPYCAT CHIPOTLE® CHICKEN



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Just a small amount of effort for this delicious and healthy meal. You can use this chicken for tacos, burritos, burrito bowls, or fajitas. Just add your favorite toppings such as lettuce, salsa, rice, beans, cheese, or sour cream. Enjoy!

Provided by RainbowJewels

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 18h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ounce dried chipotle chile pepper
1 ounce dried ancho chile pepper
½ cup water
½ red onion, cut into small chunks
4 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Place chipotle chile pepper and ancho chile pepper in a bowl; pour in water. Cover bowl and let sit until peppers are softened, at least 10 to 12 hours. Drain water and remove seeds from peppers.
  • Blend chile peppers, red onion, garlic, sea salt, cumin, oregano, and black pepper in a blender until a coarse paste forms; add olive oil and blend until marinade is smooth.
  • Pound chicken thighs flat with a meat mallet and trim excess skin. Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag and add marinade. Turn chicken several times to coat. Seal bag and marinate at least 8 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill with top and bottom plates for medium-high heat. Remove chicken from bag and discard marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Cut into strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 88.3 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 526.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN GUACAMOLE SUB



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Provided by Food Network

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 French roll
1 tablespoon Guacamole, spicy
2 slices Boar's Head Chipotle Gouda
6 slices Boar's Head Chipotle Chicken
2 tablespoons Jalapeno slices
1/4 cup Pico de gallo, store bought

Steps:

  • Slice the roll in half lengthwise. Lay roll on a clean, flat work surface. Spread guacamole evenly over both sides of the roll. Add the cheese first, followed by the chicken and jalapeno slices. Sprinkle pico de gallo over the top and crown sandwich with top of the roll.

CHIPOTLE-LIME CHICKEN THIGHS



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After plates are scraped clean, this stellar meal keeps on giving. Use the chicken bones to make your own stock, and freeze the remaining chipotle peppers and sauce for a smoky Sunday chili. - Nancy Brown, Dahinda, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 garlic cloves, peeled
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
2 teaspoons adobo sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)

Steps:

  • Place garlic on a cutting board; sprinkle with salt. Using the flat side of a knife, mash garlic. Continue to mash until it reaches a paste consistency; transfer to a small bowl., Stir in the lime juice, pepper, adobo sauce and chili powder. Gently loosen skin from chicken thighs; rub garlic mixture under skin. Cover and refrigerate overnight., On a lightly oiled grill rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, turning once. Remove and discard skin before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 596mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CHUNKY GUACAMOLE RECIPE



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Provided by Stina

Number Of Ingredients 21

8 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
Smoked sweet paprika or paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 to 1/3 pound chunk Spanish chorizo, casing removed and crumbled or chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 chipotle pepper in adobo, seeded and finely chopped, plus a tablespoon adobo sauce
1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 cup chicken stock
Tortillas or bread, for mopping
Chunky Guacamole
2 slightly under-ripe avocados
2 limes or 1 large ripe lemon, juiced
Salt
1 small red or green chile pepper, seeded and very thinly sliced
1 vine-ripe tomato, seeded and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 small red onion, chopped or thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Season chicken with paprika and salt and pepper, to taste. Heat the extra-virgin olive oil, a couple of turns of the pan, in a Dutch oven or large high-sided skillet with a lid. Add the chicken and brown on all sides. Remove the chicken to a plate and spoon off the excess fat. Add the chorizo and brown a couple of minutes, then remove it to a plate. Stir in the carrots, onions, garlic, thyme and chipotle, and cover the pot. Reduce heat a bit, and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes and bring to a bubble, then add the chicken and the chorizo back to the pot and simmer for 7 to 8 minutes more to cook through. Cool completely and store in the refrigerator for a make-ahead meal. To reheat, add 1 cup of stock to the chicken in a Dutch oven and cover with a lid. Cook over medium heat, until the sauce bubbles, then gently stir and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN THIGHS



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Make and share this Chipotle Chicken Thighs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Sarita in Aust

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2-2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup sliced white onion
1/4 cup of diced green onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
3 -4 sprigs cilantro
cumin
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules (preffer knorr granulated chicken bullion) or 2 chicken bouillon cubes (preffer knorr granulated chicken bullion)
pepper
salt
7 ounces chipotle chiles in adobo (you will use 1-2 peppers and about 2 tablespoons of the puree)
3 tablespoons cooking oil
water

Steps:

  • Butterfly cut each thigh (Slice the inside of the thigh so that it will cook quicker and more evenly). Season each thigh front and back with cumin and pepper.
  • Heat oil in large frying pan over medium high. Add both of the onions and bell pepper, saute for about 5 minute.
  • Add chicken thighs and brown for about 10 minute turning over once to brown both sides.
  • Add the 2 tablespoons of chipotle puree and 2 peppers. Disolve and sprinkle the chicken bullion cubes over the chicken (or if you have granulated bullion, add 2 tablespoons).
  • Add about 2 cups water, or enough to barely cover the chicken. Mix the water in the pan a bit and taste if it needs more salt.
  • Cover and cook for about 20 mins on medium high or until the juices from the chicken run clear and the sauce has thickened enough for your taste. When done, turn pan off and add the cilantro.
  • Serve with rice.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken thighs: Look for bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for the best flavor and texture.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in the chipotle sauce helps to infuse it with flavor and make it extra tender.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Make the guacamole ahead of time: The guacamole can be made up to 24 hours in advance, which makes it a great option for a party or potluck.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: The chicken can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, or salad.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Chipotle Chicken Thighs with Chunky Guacamole is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the guacamole is creamy and refreshing. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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