One Pan Chicken and Pineapple Tacos
Sweet caramelized pineapple meets smoky chipotle-marinated chicken in these vibrant tacos, finished with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, wi
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Prep Time
20
Cook Time
40
Total Time
4
Servings
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Sweet caramelized pineapple meets smoky chipotle-marinated chicken in these vibrant tacos, finished with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, with minimal cleanup thanks to the one-pan method.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chipotle paste, honey, tomato purée, garlic, and salt. Coat chicken thighs thoroughly. Let sit 10 minutes while you prep other ingredients.
Step 2
2. Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook 5–6 minutes per side until deeply caramelized and internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F). Transfer to a plate.
Step 3
3. Caramelize pineapple & shallot: In the same pan, add shallot and pineapple. Cook 3–4 minutes until pineapple edges char and shallot softens, scraping up browned bits.
Step 4
4. Assemble: Warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave. Slice chicken into strips. Layer tortillas with chicken, pineapple mixture, avocado, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice.
You Must Know
- ✓For extra flavor, briefly char tortillas over an open gas flame (5 seconds per side).
- ✓Pat chicken dry before marinating to ensure better browning.
Chef's Notes
For extra flavor, briefly char tortillas over an open gas flame (5 seconds per side).
Pat chicken dry before marinating to ensure better browning.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with Mexican street corn, a crisp cabbage slaw, or black beans. Ideal for summer barbecues or Taco Tuesday nights.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
420
Calories
28g
Protein
42g
Carbs
18g
Fat
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One Pan Chicken and Pineapple Tacos
Sweet caramelized pineapple meets smoky chipotle-marinated chicken in these vibrant tacos, finished with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, wi
Ingredients (13)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chipotle paste, honey, tomato purée, garlic, and salt. Coat chicken thighs thoroughly. Let sit 10 minutes while you prep other ingredients.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook 5–6 minutes per side until deeply caramelized and internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F). Transfer to a plate.
- Caramelize pineapple & shallot: In the same pan, add shallot and pineapple. Cook 3–4 minutes until pineapple edges char and shallot softens, scraping up browned bits.
- Assemble: Warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave. Slice chicken into strips. Layer tortillas with chicken, pineapple mixture, avocado, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice.
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