One-Pan Chicken and Pineapple Tacos
If you’re craving a fun and flavorful twist on taco night, look no further than these One-Pan Chicken and Pineapple Tacos! This vibrant dish features succulent chicken paired with sweet caramelized pineapple, creating a delightful tropical fusion that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a laid-back gathering or navigating a busy weeknight, this recipe is quick, easy, and requires just one pan—meaning less cleanup and more time to enjoy the company of family and friends. With fresh toppings like avocado and cilantro, every bite bursts with flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos total) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in spices and pineapple chunks; cook for an additional minute to caramelize.
- Warm tortillas over an open flame or in the oven until soft.
- Assemble tacos with the chicken-pineapple mixture and desired toppings. Squeeze lime juice over the top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 275g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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