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Chipotle Chicken and Pineapple Tacos

These tacos balance spicy and sweet with smoky chipotle chicken and juicy pineapple, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken and pineapple filling
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For assembly
  • 8 pieces small tortillas
  • to taste Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • to taste Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine diced chicken breasts with olive oil, chipotle sauce, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated chicken. Cook for about 7-10 minutes, or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
  2. Toss in the pineapple chunks and continue cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until the pineapple caramelizes slightly.
Assembly
  1. In a separate skillet or on a grill, warm the tortillas until nice and pliable.
  2. Spoon the chipotle chicken and pineapple mixture into the warmed tortillas. Top with fresh cilantro.
  3. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños. Consider drizzling some crema over the top. Try adding diced avocado for texture.