Smoky Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Bake

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Smoky Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Bake 1767799243.771892

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Smoky Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Bake 1767799243.771892

Optional (plan-ahead): If you’re shopping for the week, I put this into a 4-Week Meal Plan + Grocery Lists so dinner’s already decided before your day gets busy.

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  • Author: Savannah Brooks
  • Total Time: 52 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: General
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Description

This Smoky Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Bake delivers a delightful combination of smoky, spicy, and cheesy flavors. It’s a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for a cozy night in or casual gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (≈800g / 1.75lb) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
  • 1 tsp (5g) smoked paprika, plus extra for dusting
  • 1 tsp (5g) ground cumin
  • 1 tsp (5g) garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (≈150g / 5oz) medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) honey
  • 100g (3.5oz) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp (5g) chipotle powder or 1 minced chipotle pepper
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) heavy cream or plant-based cream
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Optional (plan-ahead): If you’re shopping for the week, I put this into a 4-Week Meal Plan + Grocery Lists so dinner’s already decided before your day gets busy.

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry.
  2. Make Spice Rub: Whisk olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Season Chicken: Rub spice mixture on chicken.
  4. Initial Roast: Roast chicken skin-side up for 20 minutes.
  5. Caramelize Onions: Sauté onions until caramelized (8 minutes).
  6. Add Garlic & Honey: Stir in garlic and honey during last minute.
  7. Create Chipotle Sauce: Add chipotle and cream; simmer for 2 minutes.
  8. Melt Cheese: Fold in cheddar until smooth.
  9. Sauce Chicken: Spoon sauce over chicken.
  10. Final Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, until bubbly and cooked through.
  11. Rest & Garnish: Rest for 5 minutes; garnish with paprika and cilantro.

Notes

For extra crispy skin, dry brine the chicken 1-2 hours before cooking.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 32 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 650 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 40 g
  • Saturated Fat: 20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg

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