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Pineapple Chicken Tacos

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Pineapple Chicken Tacos are a sweet and savory taco twist featuring tender chicken cooked with pineapple, bold spices, and finished with fresh toppings like slaw, avocado, and crema—all wrapped in warm tortillas for a tropical, satisfying bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 6–8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sour cream, crema, or chipotle mayo
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Season diced chicken with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  3. Add chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Stir in pineapple chunks and pineapple juice. Cook for 2–3 more minutes until juice reduces slightly.
  5. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and remove from heat.
  6. Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
  7. Fill each tortilla with pineapple chicken, slaw, red onion, avocado, cilantro, and drizzle with crema or sour cream.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Grill chicken and pineapple for extra smoky flavor.
  • Add jalapeños or hot sauce if you prefer more heat.
  • Toss slaw with lime juice and a little mayo for added creaminess.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for a faster prep.
  • Serve in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.

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