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Chicken Al Pastor Tacos: Discover This Flavorful Recipe!

Delicious Chicken Al Pastor Tacos featuring marinated grilled chicken thighs and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced pineapple fresh or canned
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple juice, orange juice, white vinegar, adobo sauce, olive oil, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  4. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. During the last few minutes of grilling, add the diced pineapple to the grill to caramelize.
  5. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side, or until pliable.
  7. Assemble the tacos by placing a generous amount of sliced chicken on each tortilla, topping with grilled pineapple, diced onion, and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or sliced chipotle peppers to the tacos.
  • Substitute the chicken thighs with shrimp or portobello mushrooms for a different protein option. Adjust cooking times accordingly.

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