Al Pastor Pork Tenderloin (Easy Oven Recipe with Pineapple & Chipotle Cream Sauce)

There’s a reason al pastor is a street food favourite—it’s bold, vibrant, and layered with flavour. Smoky spices, caramelized pineapple, and savoury pork come together in a way that’s hard to beat. But while traditional al pastor takes time and technique, this oven-roasted version delivers the same iconic taste with a fraction of the effort.

This Al Pastor Pork Tenderloin recipe from our friend Lisa Dickey uses Casa Bonita Foods Al Pastor Street Taco Seasoning to bring authentic flavour straight to your kitchen. Paired with juicy pineapple and finished with a rich, creamy chipotle sauce using a base from our Fire-Roasted Chipotle Salsa, it’s a dish that feels elevated without being complicated.

Whether you’re planning a quick weeknight dinner or a standout main for guests, this recipe is a great addition to your dinner rotation. In the video below, Lisa shows you how to cook it:

Ingredients and steps below.

Al Pastor Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pork tenderloin (1–2 lbs)
• Al Pastor Street Taco Mix (@casabonitafoods)
• ½ pineapple, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp butter

For the sauce:

• ½ cup Fire Roasted Chipotle Salsa (Casa Bonita)
• ½ cup stock (chicken, vegetable, or beef)
• ½ cup whipping cream

Directions to cook the meat:

1 – Rub Al Pastor seasoning all over the pork tenderloin.

2 – Place foil (shiny side in) on the counter and line 5–6 pineapple slices in the center.

3 – Place the tenderloin on top.

4 – Add butter and more pineapple on top.

5 – Roast at 400°F until internal temp reaches 145°F.

6 – Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Directions for the sauce:
1 – Heat salsa and stock over medium-high heat until simmering.

2- Whisk in cream and cook until slightly thickened.

3- Serve over sliced pork.

The combination of Casa Bonita Foods Al Pastor Seasoning and fresh pineapple creates that signature sweet-and-smoky balance that defines classic al pastor. As the pork roasts, the pineapple caramelizes, infusing the meat with subtle sweetness, while the seasoning adds depth and warmth.

The chipotle cream sauce adds a final layer—rich, slightly spicy, and incredibly smooth—bringing everything together into one cohesive, flavour-packed dish.

Serving Ideas

Slice and serve with extra sauce over top, or turn it into tacos, rice bowls, or loaded flatbreads. Add fresh toppings like cilantro, lime, or pickled onions to brighten and add contrast to the richness.

This is one of those recipes that feels just as at home on a casual weeknight as it does at a dinner table with friends—big flavour, minimal effort, and guaranteed to impress.

Remember that in our recipes section, we have lots of other great options for you to cook at home. For example, if you are looking for a more straightforward Tacos al Pastor recipe, follow this link.