Description
Pineapple Chicken Tacos are a delightful tropical twist on the traditional taco night. These easy-to-make tacos feature marinated chicken grilled to perfection, paired with sweet, juicy pineapple and wrapped in soft tortillas. Whether you’re hosting a casual family dinner or enjoying a fun weeknight meal, these tacos strike the perfect balance between savory and sweet flavors that will impress everyone at the table. Customize your tacos with fresh toppings like avocado, jalapeños, and cilantro for an extra burst of flavor. With minimal prep time and vibrant ingredients, Pineapple Chicken Tacos are sure to become a favorite in your home!
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 toppings: jalapeño, avocado, red onion, cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in a mixing bowl with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and lime juice for at least 10 minutes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill marinated chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- While grilling, cube fresh pineapple.
- Once chicken is cooked, let it rest before slicing into strips. Warm tortillas on the grill.
- Assemble tacos by layering sliced chicken, pineapple cubes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and any additional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g total)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a spicier kick, add more jalapeños or chili powder. You can also grill the pineapple briefly for added depth of flavor. Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with breasts for a leaner option.