# List of Ingredients:
→ Marinade
01 - 3 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
02 - 2 tablespoons achiote paste
03 - 2 garlic cloves
04 - 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
05 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
06 - 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Proteins & Produce
12 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
13 - 1/2 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
14 - 1 medium red onion, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (optional)
→ For Grilling & Garnish
15 - 2 tablespoons neutral vegetable oil
16 - Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
17 - Lime wedges, for serving
# How-To Steps:
01 - Place guajillo chiles in a heatproof bowl, cover with hot water and soak 10 minutes until softened; drain and discard soaking liquid.
02 - Combine soaked chiles, achiote paste, garlic, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, pineapple juice, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt and pepper in a blender and purée until smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
03 - Place chicken pieces in a large bowl or resealable bag, pour the marinade over the chicken, toss to coat thoroughly, cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
04 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400–450°F / 205–230°C) and oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
05 - Thread marinated chicken, pineapple chunks and red onion pieces alternately onto metal skewers or wooden skewers soaked in water, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
06 - Brush the assembled skewers lightly with vegetable oil to help prevent sticking and encourage charring.
07 - Grill skewers 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer and has a slight char at the edges.
08 - Transfer skewers to a platter, let rest 3–5 minutes, garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges.
