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Pineapple Chicken Tacos

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Elevate your taco night with these tantalizing Pineapple Chicken Tacos! Featuring marinated chicken thighs paired with sweet, juicy pineapple and wrapped in soft tortillas, this recipe is a perfect fusion of savory and tropical flavors.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 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 (sliced), avocado (sliced), red onion (diced), cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken by mixing chili powder, cumin, paprika, and lime juice in a bowl. Coat the chicken thoroughly and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for about 5–7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  3. While the chicken cooks, prepare the pineapple and toppings by chopping as needed.
  4. Once cooked, rest the chicken for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
  5. Warm tortillas, assemble tacos with chicken and toppings, and serve immediately.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling/Skillet
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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