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Al Pastor Chicken

Deliciously Spicy Al Pastor Chicken for Flavorful Dinners

Experience a flavor explosion with Al Pastor Chicken, a quick and easy recipe perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 222

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 kg Chicken Thighs
  • 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice
  • 1/4 cup White Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice
  • 1 medium Onion (coarsely chopped)
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh is best
  • 1 tbsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon use sparingly
  • 2 tbsp Achiote Paste use wisely
  • 1 tbsp Guajillo Chili Powder paprika works as a substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Sauté
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil

Equipment

  • blender
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Blend the Marinade: In a blender, combine pineapple juice, white vinegar, lime juice, coarsely chopped onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, achiote paste, and guajillo chili powder. Blend on high speed until smooth.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a bowl or resealable bag, pour the marinade over, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Place marinated chicken in the skillet and cook for about 8-10 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  5. Sauté the Pineapple: Add pineapple chunks to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
  6. Rest and Serve: Transfer chicken to a cutting board, let rest, slice, and serve hot garnished with caramelized pineapple.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use chicken thighs for more moisture and flavor, and let the chicken marinate overnight for best results.

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