Pineapple Chicken Tacos
These pineapple chicken tacos are sweet, smoky, juicy, and packed with bold tropical flavor. Tender seasoned chicken, caramelized pineapple, fresh toppings, and warm tortillas come together in this quick and easy dinner recipe perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 360 kcal
Skillet or grill pan
Mixing bowls
Knife
Cutting board
Tongs
Serving plates
- 1 pound chicken breast diced
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
- 8 small tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 avocado sliced
- Lime wedges for serving
In a bowl, season the chicken with paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked.
Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until lightly caramelized.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and flexible.
Fill each tortilla with chicken and pineapple mixture.
Top with lettuce, red onion, cilantro, and avocado slices.
Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side.