Whole30 Al Pastor Chicken
Transform your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Whole30 Al Pastor Chicken recipe! Made with tender, juicy boneless chicken thighs marinated in a zesty blend of fresh pineapple, orange juice, lime juice, and aromatic spices like chipotle powder, cumin, and coriander, this dish delivers bold, smoky-sweet flavors in every bite. Grilled to perfection, the chicken is paired with charred red onions and garnished with fresh cilantro for a beautiful finish. Perfect for a healthy, Whole30-compliant meal, you can serve this versatile dish as is, or layer it over cauliflower rice or in crunchy lettuce wraps. Packed with tropical flair and wholesome ingredients, this recipe lets you enjoy the irresistible taste of Al Pastor at home—with none of the guilt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh pineapple
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 0.25 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a blender or food processor, combine pineapple, orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. Blend until smooth to make the marinade.
2. In a large bowl, mix the chicken thighs with chipotle powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the pineapple marinade over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for maximum flavor.
4. Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
5. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and discard the leftover marinade.
6. Grill the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
7. While the chicken is cooking, grill the sliced red onion until they are softened and have grill marks.
8. Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
9. Serve the sliced Al Pastor Chicken topped with grilled onions and garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy as is or in lettuce wraps or over cauliflower rice for a complete Whole30 meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.8 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.7 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1134 mg | 378% | |
| Sodium | 3184 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.7 g | ||
| Protein | 241.4 g | 483% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 3134 mg | 67% | |
*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.
