- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 2 servings
These charred chicken skewers are boldly savory, thanks to a well-spiced (and a touch sweet) al pastor marinade.
Ingredient:
- 3 ancho chiles, stemmed
- 3 chiles de árbol, stemmed
- 3 garlic cloves, lightly crushed
- 1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup cider vinegar
- 4 teaspoons light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons achiote paste
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 8 fresh pineapple wedges (about 1 inch each)
- Canola oil, for grilling
- Warm corn tortillas, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro leaves, and lime wedges, for serving
