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Pineapple Chicken Tacos

Tropical Pineapple Chicken Tacos for a Flavorful Twist

Enjoy Pineapple Chicken Tacos for a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a quick dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts Cut into cubes; boneless, skinless thighs can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Can substitute with coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Agave syrup can be an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can be replaced with olive oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger Use ground ginger as a substitute if necessary.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Pre-minced garlic is a convenient alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
For the Pineapple Salsa
  • 1 cup Pineapple Fresh preferred; canned can be a quick substitute.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with yellow or orange bell pepper.
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Shallots can be used instead.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Omit for a non-herb option or substitute with parsley.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Optional for extra heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Bottled lime juice can be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For Assembly
  • 8 pieces Tortillas Corn or flour based on preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be used.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Coleslaw mix can replace it.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 medium Avocado Slices For creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup Sriracha Mayo For added spice.
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Marinating the Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Add sliced chicken and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Pineapple Salsa
  1. In a separate bowl, combine diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, and salt. Stir gently and refrigerate.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat a skillet, add olive oil, and cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Check for an internal temperature of 165°F.
Warming the Tortillas
  1. Warm the tortillas using a dry skillet or microwave, and keep warm in a clean, damp cloth.
Assembling the Tacos
  1. On each tortilla, add shredded cabbage, cooked chicken, and top with pineapple salsa. Optionally add avocado slices and sriracha mayo.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble Pineapple Chicken Tacos just before serving to maintain tortilla softness and salsa vibrancy.

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