One Pan Chicken & Pineapple Tacos Recipe
These One Pan Chicken & Pineapple Tacos combine juicy marinated chicken thighs with sweet pineapple chunks, fresh shallots, and creamy avocado, all served in warm tortillas. This vibrant and flavorful dish is easy to prepare, cooked entirely in the oven for convenience, and perfect for a quick weeknight meal with a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients
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For the Marinade
- 2 tbsp chipotle paste
- 2 tbsp runny honey
- 1 1/2 tsp tomato puree
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large garlic cloves
For the Tacos
- 4 skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 200g fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 small shallot
- Juice of 1 lime, plus extra wedges for serving
- Small handful fresh coriander, roughly chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, cubed
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together chipotle paste, runny honey, tomato puree, salt, and crushed garlic cloves to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the chicken: Roughly chop the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and toss them in the marinade until thoroughly coated. Set aside to marinate while you preheat the oven.
- Preheat the oven: Heat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (392 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Roast chicken and pineapple: Spread the marinated chicken pieces and fresh pineapple chunks evenly on a baking tray. Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and pineapple is caramelized.
- Prepare accompaniments: While the chicken cooks, peel and finely chop the shallot. Cube the ripe avocado. If using corn tortillas, lightly char them on a very hot frying pan or directly on a hot plate to enhance flavor.
- Finish and serve: Remove the chicken and pineapple from the oven. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the contents on the tray and toss well with the chopped shallot. Serve the mixture garnished with chopped fresh coriander alongside the avocado and warm tortillas. Include extra lime wedges for squeezing.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of chipotle paste or add a sprinkle of chili powder.
- If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce or omit the chipotle paste.
- Flour tortillas offer a softer texture, while corn tortillas deliver an authentic, slightly chewy bite.
- Chicken thighs provide juicy, tender meat ideal for roasting, but chicken breasts can be used as a leaner alternative.
- Roasting pineapple caramelizes its natural sugars, adding depth and sweetness to balance the spicy marinade.
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