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Pineapple Chicken Tacos

Tasty Pineapple Chicken Tacos for Quick Weeknight Dinners

Pineapple Chicken Tacos are quick, flavorful, and adaptable for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Skinless chicken thighs can be used for extra juiciness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use another oil if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Customize heat with cayenne or mild chili blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for extra flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
For the Salsa
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple Canned pineapple is a quick alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion White or yellow onion can substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Substitute with parsley if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh is best; bottled will work too.
For the Tortillas
  • 8 count Corn or Flour Tortillas Use gluten-free tortillas for an alternative.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken in single layer for 3 minutes, stir and cook for another 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Make Salsa: Mix diced pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl until well combined.
  4. Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas briefly in a skillet or microwave to soften.
  5. Assemble Tacos: Fill tortillas with chicken and top with salsa. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 27gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos are quick, adaptable, and perfect for any gathering. Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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