Chipotle Chicken Al Pastor Recipe
Your favorite chicken al pastor is made at home with just a few ingredients like chicken, seasonings, and chipotle in adobo sauce. The chicken is then served over rice or salad.
Servings: 4
Equipment
- small food processor
- Large bowl
- Large non stick Skillet
Ingredients
- 7 ounces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce one can
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless
Instructions
- In a small food processor, add the 7 ounces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 3 tablespoons olive oil, Kosher salt and pepper, and seasonings (2 teaspoons ground coriander, 2 teaspoons cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder). Process until almost smooth and combined.
- Place chopped 1 1/2 pound chicken thighs in a large bowl and add the chipotle mixture. Stir well to coat each piece. Allow the meat to marinate for 1 hour overnight (in the fridge).
- When ready to cook, allow the meat to reach room temperature by keeping it over the counter for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken thighs until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. About 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve over cooked rice and enjoy!
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Notes
- Make it with chicken breast if you like.
- You can use any other oil instead of olive oil, like avocado oil.
- Feel free to use chicken breast or any other meat of your choice instead of chicken thighs.
- Do not overcook the chicken.
- Serve with rice, burritos, or tacos.
- Storage: Store leftovers in a container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 736mg | Potassium: 456mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 56IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 3mg