Description
Pineapple Chicken Tacos combine the sweet juiciness of fresh pineapple with savory, seasoned chicken, all wrapped in warm tortillas. This vibrant dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, offering a quick and easy way to impress your family and friends. Each taco bursts with flavor, showcasing a delightful mix of textures and tastes that make every bite memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (red, yellow, or green)
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and bell peppers in a splash of oil for about 5-7 minutes until soft.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet, seasoning with taco seasoning. Cook for approximately 8-10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in pineapple chunks and cook for an additional minute.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and remove from heat.
- Warm tortillas in another pan or microwave until pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken-pineapple mixture and top with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg