Pineapple Chicken Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these vibrant Pineapple Chicken Tacos! Featuring juicy marinated chicken thighs paired with sweet, fresh pineapple and a medley of colorful toppings, this dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or enjoying a family dinner, these tacos are sure to impress with their delightful flavors and easy preparation. Simple enough for weeknight meals yet impressive enough for special occasions, Pineapple Chicken Tacos will quickly become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, cubed
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
- sliced jalapeño (optional)
- sliced avocado (optional)
- diced red onion (optional)
- chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing chili powder, cumin, paprika, and lime juice in a bowl. Coat the chicken thighs well and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 6–8 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare your pineapple and optional toppings.
- Once cooked, slice the chicken into strips. Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
- Assemble tacos by layering chicken strips, pineapple cubes, red onion, cilantro, and any desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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