Pineapple Chicken Tacos
Pineapple Chicken Tacos are a vibrant and delicious dish that perfectly blends sweet and savory flavors. Juicy chicken combined with fresh pineapple creates a tropical twist that’s sure to impress at any gathering. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, these tacos are ideal for family dinners or casual get-togethers. Serve them warm, topped with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 3 (2 tacos per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 2 tsp taco seasoning
- 6 corn or flour tortillas
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and dice the pineapple.
- In a bowl, toss the chicken with taco seasoning until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the seasoned chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in the diced pineapple during the last minute of cooking.
- Warm tortillas in a pan or microwave until soft.
- Assemble tacos by placing the chicken and pineapple mixture on each tortilla, topping with cilantro, lime juice, and additional toppings as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg