Low Carb Al Pastor Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Low Carb Al Pastor Chicken recipe, a fresh and healthy twist on the Mexican classic! Tender, boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a bold blend of chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, pineapple, and garlic, creating smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors that pack a punch. Perfectly charred in a skillet and served atop crisp lettuce leaves, this dish is topped with creamy avocado slices and a zesty cilantro-lime garnish for the ultimate low-carb taco experience. Ready in under an hour, this paleo-friendly, gluten-free meal offers a satisfying combination of protein and bright flavors without the carbs. Whether you're meal-prepping or serving it family-style, this guilt-free recipe is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 0.5 cup Pineapple chunks, fresh
- 2 peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice, fresh
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
- 8 pieces Lettuce leaves, for serving
Instructions
In a blender, combine pineapple chunks, chipotle peppers, ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, minced garlic, white vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Blend until a smooth marinade forms.
Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well-coated. Refrigerate and allow to marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight for better flavor.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken thighs from the marinade and add them to the skillet, cooking for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and nicely charred.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the chicken into thin strips.
In a small bowl, mix lime juice and fresh cilantro to create a fresh garnish.
Serve the sliced chicken on lettuce leaves and top with avocado slices and the cilantro-lime mixture.
Enjoy your Low Carb Al Pastor Chicken as a healthy, flavorful meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.9 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.9 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1000 mg | 333% | |
| Sodium | 3366 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 216.2 g | 432% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 3329 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
