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Chipotle Pineapple Chicken Tacos

Chipotle Pineapple Chicken Tacos Recipe
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If you’re looking to elevate your taco night, these Chipotle Pineapple Chicken Tacos are the perfect choice. Juicy chicken thighs or breasts marinated in a smoky chipotle sauce and paired with sweet, grilled pineapple create a delightful balance of flavors that will have everyone coming back for more. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just under an hour—but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite toppings like fresh avocado or tangy pickled onions. Perfect for summer cookouts or casual weeknight dinners, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup fresh pineapple juice
  • 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by mixing pineapple juice, chopped chipotle peppers, soy sauce, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  3. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F/74°C).
  4. Let the chicken rest before slicing it into strips.
  5. Warm tortillas in a skillet until pliable.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing sliced chicken on each tortilla and topping with diced pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and avocado.
  7. Serve with lime wedges for added zest.

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