Easy All Purpose Chipotle Chicken

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk chicken rub ingredients together and rub evenly all over chicken breasts. Time permitting, allow chicken to sit for 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate up to 8 hours then bring to room temperature before cooking.*

Step 2

STOVETOP DIRECTIONS

Step 3

If chicken has been refrigerated, let sit at room temperature for 15-30 minutes (time permitting).

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Once very hot, add chicken and cook, undisturbed for 3-5 minutes, or until nicely browned (or blackened if you prefer) on one side. Turn chicken over, cover, and reduce heat to medium. Cook for approximately 5-7 more minutes (depending on thickness of chicken), or until chicken is cooked through. Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 5

GRILLING DIRECTIONS

Step 6

If chicken has been refrigerated, let sit at room temperature for 15-30 minutes (time permitting).

Step 7

Meanwhile, grease and preheat the grill to medium heat, 375-450°F.

Step 8

Grill chicken undisturbed for 5-7 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through. (An inserted thermometer should read 165 degrees F.)

Step 9

Remove chicken from grill and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.