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Pineapple Chicken Tacos

These Pineapple Chicken Tacos feature a perfect balance of juicy chicken and fresh pineapple salsa, making them a flavorful and easy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 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
For the Salsa
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
For Serving
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas Can use corn tortillas for gluten-free option.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toss the diced chicken in a bowl with olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes to develop a crust.
  2. Stir the meat and continue cooking for another 4 to 5 minutes until fully cooked through. Remove from heat.
Making the Salsa
  1. Combine the diced pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a small bowl to make the salsa.
Assembling
  1. 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 leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep chicken and salsa in separate containers. For reheating, toss the chicken back in a skillet or use microwave. You can also make the chicken and salsa in advance.