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Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Zesty Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa for a Refreshing Bite

Quick and delicious Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa that brings tropical flavors to your kitchen in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can substitute with chicken thighs.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Can swap for maple syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika adds extra flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust for dietary needs.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic alters texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can substitute.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Omit for milder tacos.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use avocado oil.
For the Salsa
  • 1 cup Pineapple Mango makes a delicious alternative.
  • 1 medium Tomato For juiciness and acidity.
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Green onions can be used.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Adjust quantity for taste.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Parsley can work in a pinch.
For the Tortillas
  • 8 small Tortillas Flour or corn, 6-inch size.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Meat Mallet
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken breasts into even cutlets for a uniform thickness. Use a meat mallet to gently pound each cutlet to about ½-inch thick.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, honey, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Coat the chicken cutlets with this marinade and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  3. While the chicken marinates, chop pineapple, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Combine all salsa ingredients and stir. Taste for seasoning and refrigerate until serving.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Cook the marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Warm the tortillas in the same skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or wrap in foil and heat in the oven.
  7. Assemble the tacos by laying chicken pieces onto each tortilla, topping generously with the pineapple salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store cooked chicken tacos in an airtight container for up to 5 days, keeping chicken, tortillas, and salsa separate for best taste.

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