Description
Pineapple Chicken Tacos are a vibrant and delicious take on traditional tacos that perfectly blend savory and sweet flavors. Made with juicy marinated chicken thighs and fresh pineapple, these tacos are wrapped in soft tortillas for a satisfying meal that’s ready in less than an hour. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe invites everyone to customize their tacos with toppings like creamy avocado and zesty jalapeños. Whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ or simply craving something different, these tropical tacos will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 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)
- Optional: jalapeño, avocado, red onion, cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in a mixing bowl with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and lime juice for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare toppings by dicing red onion and chopping cilantro. Cube pineapple and slice jalapeño and avocado if desired.
- Warm tortillas slightly, then assemble tacos with sliced chicken, pineapple, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and avocado.
- Serve warm with extra lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 30 minutes. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste—avoid canned pineapple. Experiment with different toppings like cheese or pickled jalapeños for variety.