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Al Pastor Chicken

Al Pastor Chicken: Easy Skillet Recipe for Flavorful Nights

This Al Pastor Chicken recipe offers a flavor-packed dish with smoky chili marinade and pineapple sweetness, perfect for quick meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful choice
  • 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice Unsweetened preferred
  • 2 tbsp White Vinegar Adds acidity
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Adds brightness
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Cumin Ground
  • 1 tbsp Oregano Dried
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Ground
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Freshly cracked
  • 2 tbsp Achiote Paste Provides color and flavor
  • 1 tbsp Guajillo Chili Powder Mildly smoky
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For cooking
For Caramelization
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks For caramelizing

Equipment

  • Blender
  • large skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine pineapple juice, white vinegar, lime juice, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, salt, pepper, achiote paste, and guajillo chili powder. Blend until smooth and well-combined.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or resealable bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer. Cook for about 8-10 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Once the chicken is nearly cooked, add the pineapple chunks to the skillet, stirring gently. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Transfer the chicken and caramelized pineapple to a serving platter. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for best flavor. Serve with fresh toppings like cilantro and lime.

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