Air Fryer Pinchos (Grilled Skewers)

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Tangy grilled skewers of marinated chicken or pork, infused with Puerto Rican flavors like adobo and citrus. This Puerto Rican-inspired air-fryer recipe, ready in about 42 minutes, pairs chicken thighs or pork, garlic, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 12 min Serves 6 Puerto Rican cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or pork with 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp adobo sauce, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Thread 4-5 pieces of meat onto each skewer, alternating with 1/2 tbsp marinated meat and 1 tbsp onion or bell pepper slices. Secure ends with toothpicks if needed.
  3. Step 3: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking oil. Place skewers in a single layer, leaving space between them.
  4. Step 4: Cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until meat is fully cooked and exterior is charred and crispy. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

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