CHIPOTLE CREAMY CHICKEN SKILLET

Busy evening, craving something bold? This one-skillet chipotle chicken delivers smoky heat, creamy richness, and restaurant-level flavor in under 25 minutes. It's the perfect weeknight meal: juicy chicken, a silky chipotle–garlic sauce, and minimal cleanup. Serve it with rice, tortillas, or veggies and watch it become a weeknight favorite!

Details

• Time: 25 minutes (10 prep + 15 cooking)
• Servings: 4 portions
• Difficulty: Easy – all done in one skillet

Ingredients

• 1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (your choice)
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
• ½ small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo, finely chopped (adjust for heat)
• 1 tbsp adobo sauce from the can
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ¾ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
• ¼ cup cream cheese (for extra creaminess)
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Lime wedges for serving

Preparation

1. Season and sear: Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, and sear in a hot skillet with oil until golden (about 4–5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce for 30 seconds.
3. Add liquids: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add heavy cream, cream cheese, cumin, and smoked paprika. Whisk until smooth and slightly thickened.
4. Return chicken: Place chicken back into the sauce, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 5–7 minutes or until fully cooked.
5. Finish: Taste and adjust salt/heat. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime just before serving.

Nutritional information (estimated per serving)

• Calories: approx. 460 kcal
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fat: 30 g
• Diet type: High-Protein / Keto-Friendly / Gluten-Free

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