Description
A delicious blend of smoky chipotle peppers and creamy ranch dressing, this Chipotle Ranch Chicken is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 3/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo
- 3 tbsp ranch seasoning
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Cut the chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner filets.
- Make the Chipotle Ranch Marinade: In a blender, combine Greek yogurt, chipotle pepper, apple cider vinegar, and ranch seasoning, then blend until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken: Pour half of the marinade over the chicken fillets and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill: Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken: Grill the chicken for 4-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Drizzle remaining sauce over the chicken and serve extra on the side.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg