Cooking chicken breast has never been juicier or more delicious! Imagine hasselback chicken taken to a whole new level – it’s not just tasty, it’s super fun to make too. I personally love pairing it with cilantro lime rice to create a hearty bowl that’s bursting with flavor!
For a truly fantastic and enjoyable chicken dish, try cutting your chicken breast in a criss-cross pattern and marinating it in a delightful honey chipotle lime blend! This secret tip, which I stumbled upon on TikTok, elevates the chicken’s flavor by 100 times. If you’re ready to up your chicken game, this recipe is a must-try for dinner!
Honey Chipotle Criss-Cut Chicken
- 1 pound chicken breast (2 large breasts)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 2 tablespoons chipotle adobo paste
- 2 to 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 to 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Begin by scoring the chicken breast to create a criss-cross pattern. Make vertical cuts about 2/3 of the way down, then make horizontal cuts across the breast in the same manner. This creates squares all around the chicken, allowing the marinade to penetrate deeply.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, garlic powder, chili powder, black pepper, cumin, coriander, oregano, and chipotle adobo paste.
- Cook the chicken on a hot skillet or pan over medium-high heat until both sides develop a golden brown sear. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the center is fully cooked.
- Towards the end, add a knob of unsalted butter, honey, lime juice, and cilantro. Baste the chicken with the mixture, then remove it from the pan.
- Enjoy your delicious and flavorful chicken while it’s warm!
