Chicken Al Pastor Tacos

Tender, marinated chicken al pastor with a blend of savory and sweet spices, grilled to perfection and served in warm tortillas with classic toppings.

By RecipeBoss

Servings

Time Required

45 min

Ingredients

1 ½ lbs chicken thighs

3 tbsp achiote paste

½ cup pineapple juice

¼ cup white vinegar

4 cloves garlic

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

2 tbsp vegetable oil

8 corn tortillas

1 cup fresh pineapple

½ cup cilantro

1 lime

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Instructions

1
In a blender, combine achiote paste, pineapple juice, white vinegar, garlic, onion powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
2
Place chicken thighs in a bowl or resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
30 min
3
While the chicken marinates, dice the fresh pineapple into small pieces. Chop the cilantro.
4
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
5
Remove chicken from marinade, discarding any excess marinade. Grill the chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
6 min
6
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then dice it into bite-sized pieces.
5 min
7
Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet or directly on the grill for about 30 seconds per side.
30 min
8
Assemble the tacos: Fill warm tortillas with diced chicken al pastor. Top with diced fresh pineapple, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Perfect With

ricebeanssalsa