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One Pan Chicken and Pineapple Tacos

One Pan Chicken and Pineapple Tacos for Easy Family Dinners

One Pan Chicken and Pineapple Tacos is a delightful family-friendly dish that transforms busy weeknights into a fiesta with bold flavors and easy prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Pineapple Mixture
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Feel free to substitute with shrimp.
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple Canned pineapple can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Chipotle Paste Chopped chipotles in adobo sauce can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral cooking oil can be used.
For the Tacos
  • 8 units Flour or Corn Taco Shells Corn shells offer an authentic flair.
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust according to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for stronger flavor.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Sheet Pan
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Gather your ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine boneless chicken, fresh pineapple chunks, chipotle paste, and olive oil. Add cumin and garlic powder, toss until well-coated.
  3. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. Spread the chicken and pineapple mixture across the pan in a single layer.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and edges are slightly crisp.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add taco shells and warm them for about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  6. Once chicken is done, fill each taco shell with the chicken and pineapple mixture. Add your favorite toppings like diced avocado or fresh cilantro.
  7. Serve your tacos warm with a green salad or your favorite salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. Adjust spice levels according to taste, and char taco shells well for best results.

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