Pineapple Chicken Tacos
Pineapple Chicken Tacos bring a vibrant tropical twist to your dinner table, combining juicy marinated chicken with sweet pineapple salsa in soft tortillas. This easy and quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, ensuring a flavor explosion that delights both kids and adults. Customize your tacos with fresh toppings like avocado and jalapeño for a deliciously refreshing meal that’s sure to impress. Enjoy the balance of savory and sweet flavors in every bite, making taco night a truly special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- 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)
- ¼ cup red onion (diced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, and lime juice. Add chicken and coat well. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare pineapple salsa: Mix cubed pineapple, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro in a separate bowl.
- Assemble tacos: Warm tortillas briefly on the grill or skillet. Layer sliced chicken and pineapple salsa on each tortilla.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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