OVEN-ROASTED CHICKEN AL PASTOR TACOS
Provided by Eddie Jackson
Time 4h45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- For the chicken al pastor: Put the orange juice, vinegar, chile powder, honey, cumin, oregano, garlic, chipotles, onion and 1 teaspoon salt in a blender. Pulse several times until chunky. Add the oil and pulse to make a smooth marinade. Pour the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag and add the chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours.
- Remove all but the bottom oven rack and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Cut the top off the pineapple and reserve. Cut off the peel from the pineapple. Cut a 1-inch slice off the top of the peeled pineapple, chop and reserve for garnish. Slice the remaining pineapple in half. Put the bottom of the pineapple on a rimmed baking sheet and insert a long skewer, pointy side up.
- Drain the chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Season with salt and drizzle with a little vegetable oil.
- Thread the chicken on top of the pineapple, then top with the top half of the pineapple. Transfer to the bottom oven rack and roast until the chicken is tender and caramelized on the edges and the internal temperature measures 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 1 1/2 hours. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let rest 15 minutes.
- For the spicy cabbage slaw: While the chicken roasts, make the slaw. Whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, honey and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Stir in the jalapenos and brine. Whisk in the oil in a slow stream to make a smooth dressing. Add the cabbage, cilantro and red onion and toss well. Refrigerate until the chicken is done.
- For the tacos: Heat the taco shells according to the package directions.
- Put the reserved pineapple top on the chicken and pineapple stack, pushing it through the skewer. This will allow you to hold the stack steady while you cut the chicken and pineapple.
- Use a sharp knife to make thin vertical slices.
- Serve the sliced chicken and slaw in the taco shells with toppings of your choice. Finish with a squeeze of lime.
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Hamza Lohan
[email protected]Overall, I thought these tacos were pretty good. The chicken was flavorful and the pineapple salsa was a nice touch. However, I thought the tacos were a bit too greasy for my taste.
Meer You
[email protected]I would give this recipe 3.5 stars. The chicken was a bit dry, but the pineapple salsa was delicious. I would make this recipe again, but I would make some changes to the chicken.
Prabod Kalpitha
[email protected]These tacos were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best tacos he's ever had.
md reyad hassan
[email protected]I thought these tacos were just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the pineapple salsa was too sweet for my taste.
Mark Billionz
[email protected]These tacos were a big hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the chicken and the pineapple salsa. I will definitely be making these again.
Idemudia Stephen
[email protected]Delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pineapple salsa was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.
Irfan Imk
[email protected]These tacos are amazing! The chicken is so flavorful and tender, and the pineapple salsa is the perfect topping. I will definitely be making these again and again.
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[email protected]I've made these tacos several times now and they're always a hit! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the pineapple salsa is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Tambou God'spower
[email protected]These tacos were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it! The chicken was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the pineapple salsa was the perfect topping. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a special occasion.
Emdadul Huq
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pineapple, but I really enjoyed these tacos. The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the pineapple salsa was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making these again.
Malak Rafi
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the tacos turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.
Md Shamim uddin
[email protected]I would give this recipe 3.5 stars. The chicken was a bit dry, but the pineapple salsa was delicious. I would make this recipe again, but I would make some changes to the chicken.
Mono Chrome
[email protected]I thought these tacos were just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the pineapple salsa was too sweet for my taste.
ilyas lala
[email protected]These tacos were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best tacos he's ever had.
Barsha Lama
[email protected]I loved the combination of flavors in these tacos. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pineapple salsa was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making these again.
Tiara Brayboy
[email protected]These tacos were so easy to make and they tasted delicious! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.
Batuulo Sheikh
[email protected]Amazing recipe! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pineapple salsa was a perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.
got venom
[email protected]This was my first time making al pastor tacos and they turned out great! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pineapple salsa was a nice touch. I will definitely be making these again.
Rehan Butt
[email protected]I made these tacos for my family and they loved them! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I would highly recommend this recipe.
Paavo Huhta
[email protected]These tacos were a hit! The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the pineapple salsa was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making these again!