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Chipotle Lime Chicken with Tortilla Chips

This easy Chipotle Lime Chicken Recipe is a delicious weeknight dinner idea and a fun, flavorful spin on a classic baked chicken breast. The mayo keeps it moist and the tortilla chips give it the perfect amount of crunch.
Course Uncategorized
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 502kcal
Author Sharon Garofalow

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • 1/4 cup crushed plain tortilla chips

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Combine mayonnaise, cheese, lime juice and ground chipotle in a medium bowl.
  • Arrange chicken on a baking sheet.
  • Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture, then sprinkle with crushed tortilla chips.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Notes

Feel free to use more tortilla chips to ensure a thick, crunchy crust.

Nutrition

Serving: 4Servings | Calories: 502kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 412mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g