# Chicken Al Pastor

Chicken Al Pastor marinated in a chipotle and achiote blend, designed for freezer meal preparation.

- Servings: 8 servings
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 2 kg boneless skinless chicken thigh
- 1 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 9 clove garlic
- 80 g chipotle peppers in adobo, peppers only
- 1 1/2 cup orange juice
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 6 tbsp brown sugar
- 45 g achiote paste
- 3 tbsp ancho chile powder
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp oregano
- 1 1/2 tbsp salt
- 3/4 cup pineapple, chopped

## Instructions

1. Add everything except the chicken and onion to a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Clean and dry the chicken, then divide between 4 freezer-safe bags or containers (2 servings each).
3. Divide the sliced onion between the bags, pour over the marinade and mix well.
4. Marinate in the fridge for at least 6 hours or up to 2 days before cooking or freezing flat.
5. Thaw in the fridge, then spread the chicken and onions onto a lined sheet pan.
6. Add chopped pineapple and toss with enough of the marinade from the bag to coat.
7. Bake at 425°F on the centre rack for 15 minutes. Drain off excess liquid as needed.
8. Remove the chicken, chop into bite-sized pieces, return it to the pan and broil for another 4–5 minutes, until browned and slightly crisp around the edges.

## Equipment

- blender
- freezer-safe bags or containers
- lined sheet pan

## Tips

- Marinate in the fridge for at least 6 hours or up to 2 days before cooking or freezing flat.
- Keep frozen for up to 3–4 months.
- Perfect for tacos or burrito bowls with your favourite Mexican-inspired sides and salsas.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DcbdUT8NpdU/?stkn=aGpwcTNsbnJ4b2x3
- Creator: Shredded & Fed
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/99367318-2d1f-4c18-8fb5-4912c6a2f2ec
- Extracted: 2026-09-13

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