Description
These Pineapple Chicken Tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal option. The juicy chicken is seasoned with smoked paprika and chili powder, then topped with a fresh pineapple salsa for a burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Toss the diced chicken in a bowl with olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3 minutes to develop a crust.
- Stir the meat and continue cooking for another 4 to 5 minutes until fully cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Combine the diced pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a small bowl to make the salsa.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave, then assemble by adding the cooked meat and topping generously with the fresh salsa.
Notes
- Store the meat and salsa in separate containers if saving leftovers.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts for a juicier result.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg