One Pan Chicken & Pineapple Tacos
One Pan Chicken & Pineapple Tacos are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With tender chicken thighs marinated in zesty chipotle and honey, paired with juicy pineapple, every bite is bursting with flavor. This one-pan meal minimizes cleanup while delivering a deliciously memorable taco experience. Serve with fresh avocado and a squeeze of lime for an unforgettable dinner that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 200g fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 small shallot
- Juice of 1 lime (plus extra wedges for serving)
- 1 ripe avocado (cubed)
- 2 tbsp chipotle paste
- 2 tbsp runny honey
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together chipotle paste, honey, tomato puree, salt, and crushed garlic. Add chopped chicken and coat well.
- Spread marinated chicken on a baking tray and sprinkle pineapple chunks on top. Roast for about 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- While roasting, chop shallot and cube avocado. Warm tortillas in a skillet if desired.
- Once done, squeeze lime juice over the chicken and pineapple mixture before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (served with avocado)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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