Chipotle Chicken Al Pastor Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
• 4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp white vinegar
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Corn tortillas for serving

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine chipotle peppers, pineapple juice, orange juice, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and cloves.
2. Blend until smooth and well combined.
3. Place chicken thighs in a large bowl and pour marinade over them.
4. Toss to coat and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Add marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
7. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
8. Slice chicken into thin strips.
9. Serve on warm corn tortillas with diced pineapple, red onion, and fresh cilantro.