Sweet Chipotle Chicken Bites in the Oven

Sweet Chipotle Chicken Bites in the Oven

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons chipotle sauce (from canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Marinating the Chicken:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, chipotle sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
   • Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
   • Let the chicken marinate for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
3. Baking:
   • Spread the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown, turning halfway through cooking.
4. Finishing:
   • Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
   • Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
5. Serving:
   • Serve the sweet chipotle chicken bites with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 250
• Total Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 65mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 12g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 10g
• Protein: 22g

Intensity:

• Preparation Intensity: Low
• Cooking Intensity: Low
• Overall Intensity: Low

Enjoy these Sweet Chipotle Chicken Bites in the Oven, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal or appetizer!