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Al Pastor Burrito Recipe – The Best 5-Step Homemade Guide

Close-up of an al pastor burrito cut in half, filled with marinated pork, pineapple, onions, and guacamole.
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This al pastor burrito recipe features juicy adobo-marinated chicken, sweet pineapple, melty cheese, guacamole, and pico de gallo all wrapped in a warm tortilla. A perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors that come together in an easy and satisfying Mexican-inspired dish.

  • Author: Catherine
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 large burritos 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop, Griddle
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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  • 2 lb chicken breast (cut into ½ inch bites)
  • ⅔ cup Mexican adobo sauce
  • ⅔ cup fresh pineapple (cut into ½ inch bites)
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (Oaxaca, cheddar, or mozzarella)
  • 3 cups guacamole
  • 2 cups pico de gallo
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (+ more for heating up burritos)
  • Flour tortillas (large, for wrapping)
  • Optional: Mexican crema, spicy salsa for serving

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in a bowl and add the adobo sauce. Toss to coat and cover the bowl. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavor.
  2. Prepare guacamole, pico de gallo, and any additional garnishes while the meat marinates.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high. Add marinated chicken and cook for about 8–10 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent. Stir in pineapple and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
  5. Warm tortillas on a griddle or skillet to prevent cracking during rolling.
  6. Assemble the burrito by layering cheese, cooked meat, guacamole, and pico de gallo in the center of each tortilla.
  7. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, tuck the bottom over the filling, and roll tightly.
  8. Optional: Heat the burrito on a lightly oiled griddle for 1–2 minutes per side to crisp the outside and melt the cheese inside.
  9. Serve with salsa and crema on the side.

Notes

  • Marinate the meat overnight for maximum flavor.
  • Only grill the burrito longer where cheese is layered to avoid heating guacamole and salsa too much.
  • Don’t add guacamole or pico de gallo if prepping ahead; add them fresh when serving.
  • Store cooked burritos wrapped in foil to keep warm and preserve texture.
  • You can prepare and freeze the marinated meat up to 3 months in advance.

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