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Pineapple Chicken Tacos

Pineapple Chicken Tacos That Will Brighten Your Weeknight Dinner

Pineapple Chicken Tacos are a quick flavor escape, transforming weeknight dinners into a mini fiesta with sweet and savory blends.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Honey maple syrup can be vegan alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar apple cider vinegar is suitable substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil use any neutral oil for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
For the Salsa
  • 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 lemon juice can be used
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt adjust to personal taste
For the Tacos
  • 12 Tortillas small corn or flour
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for cooking the chicken
  • 1/2 cup Cabbage or Slaw Mix shredded
Optional Toppings
  • Avocado slices
  • Sriracha mayo
  • Lime wedges

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Steps to Make Pineapple Chicken Tacos
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and optional red pepper flakes. Add the cubed chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
  2. While the chicken marinates, prepare the pineapple salsa by combining diced pineapple, red bell pepper, finely diced red onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, lime juice, and salt in a large bowl. Toss everything together until evenly mixed.
  3. After marinating, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
  4. To prepare the tortillas, warm them until pliable using a hot skillet, damp cloth in the microwave, or toasting over a low flame.
  5. To assemble, layer shredded cabbage or slaw mix in the warm tortillas, followed by the cooked chicken and pineapple salsa. Add optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover tacos in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reassemble just before serving for optimal texture and flavor.

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