Description
Easy Chipotle Ranch Grilled is a tantalizing dish that combines the smoky heat of chipotle peppers with the creamy richness of ranch dressing, enveloping juicy grilled chicken breasts. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe promises minimal prep time and maximum flavor. Impress your family and friends with this flavor-packed meal that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together chipotle peppers, ranch dressing, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish, pour half the marinade over them, ensuring even coating. Marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade (discard leftover marinade) and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with fresh cilantro on top and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg