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Pineapple Chicken Tacos: A 20-Minute Tropical Escape

Whip up these irresistible Pineapple Chicken Tacos in just 20 minutes! This recipe features juicy, seasoned chicken and a vibrant, fresh pineapple salsa for a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. Your new favorite weeknight dinner awaits.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: fusion, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pineapple Salsa
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple finely diced
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño minced (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Serving
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas warmed
  • Optional toppings: avocado, cotija cheese, sour cream

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Squeeze the lime juice over the top, add salt, and stir to combine. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss until they are fully coated in the spice blend.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken to the hot pan in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  4. Warm the tortillas according to your preference. Fill each tortilla with the cooked chicken and top generously with the fresh pineapple salsa. Add any other desired toppings and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalProtein: 30gFat: 10gFiber: 5g

Notes

For extra smoky flavor, grill the pineapple slices for a minute on each side before dicing.
Ensure the chicken is cut into small, uniform pieces for quick and even cooking.
Store leftover chicken and salsa in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator.
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