Description
Pineapple Chicken Tacos are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate your taco night to tropical heights. This easy-to-make dish features juicy marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection and topped with refreshing pineapple salsa. With just a few ingredients and quick preparation, these tacos are perfect for weeknight dinners, summer barbecues, or any casual gathering. Customize them with your favorite toppings for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy the vibrant combination of tastes that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- ¼ cup red onion (diced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken by mixing chili powder, cumin, paprika, lime juice in a bowl. Coat the chicken thighs with the mixture and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill marinated chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- For the pineapple salsa, combine cubed pineapple, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro in a separate bowl.
- Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with sliced chicken and topping with pineapple salsa and any additional toppings.
- Serve warm with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken longer for enhanced flavor. Use fresh pineapple for the best sweetness. Consider adding toppings like avocado slices or jalapeños for extra flavor.