Description
Pineapple Chicken Tacos are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate your taco night to new heights. With tender, marinated chicken cooked to perfection and complemented by a vibrant pineapple salsa, these tacos are quick to prepare, making them ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can create a dish that not only pleases the palate but also adds a splash of color to your dinner table. Customize them with your favorite toppings like creamy avocado or spicy sriracha mayo for an extra kick. Perfect for families or entertaining guests, this easy recipe is sure to impress and become a new favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, sriracha mayo, lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the pineapple salsa by mixing diced pineapple, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, and salt.
- Cook marinated chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until lightly browned and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Warm tortillas using your preferred method.
- Assemble tacos with shredded cabbage or slaw mix, cooked chicken, and pineapple salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg