Ingredient

Chipotle Chile Peppers

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Chipotle peppers are used to add a smoky heat and complex flavor to foods. …

What it is

Chipotle chile peppers are mature red jalapeños that have been smoked and dried. The smoking process gives them a distinct, smoky flavor and aroma. They are typically dried over several days in smokehouses.

Why it's used

Chipotle peppers are used to add a smoky heat and complex flavor to foods. They are found in a variety of products, including sauces, marinades, spice blends, and prepared meals, adding a characteristic Southwestern or Mexican taste.

Health notes

Chipotle peppers are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a food ingredient. They are a source of capsaicin, the compound that gives peppers their heat, which has been studied for various health effects. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated capsaicinoids. While generally considered safe in food amounts, very high doses of capsaicin can cause digestive upset in some individuals.

Allergen info

Chipotle chile peppers are not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Chipotle Chile Peppers

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Atkins Nutritionals, Inc. Mexican-Style Chicken & Vegetables Grilled White Meat Chicken With Bell Peppers, Onions And A Blend Of Two Cheeses In A Enchilada Sauce, Mexican-Style Chicken & Vegetables Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 31% DV per serving 125kcal 12.2Protein 7.1Fat 3.9Carbs Byerly Foods International Chicken Cipotle Wrap Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 63% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 193kcal 7.7Protein 8.0Fat 20.9Carbs Allegro Fine Foods, Inc. Nashville Hot Chicken Marinade Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 67kcal 6.7Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs Border Foods Inc. Roasted Chipotle Mexican Cooking Sauce, Roasted Chipotle Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 95kcal 1.6Protein 4.8Fat 11.1Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Black Bean Chili With Quinoa Other Soups High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 49kcal 2.0Protein 1.0Fat 9.0Carbs Amazon Fulfillment Services, Inc. - Consumables Private Brands Carne Asada Beef Burrito, Carne Asada Beef Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 55% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 198kcal 9.7Protein 7.0Fat 23.8Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc ROTEL Diced Tomatoes With Green Chilies and Chipotle Peppers, 10 oz. Vegetable Based Products / Meals 28kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 5.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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