One Pan Chicken and Pineapple Tacos Recipe
This One Pan Chicken and Pineapple Tacos recipe offers a quick and flavorful al Pastor-inspired meal using marinated chicken thighs roasted with fresh pineapple chunks. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines spicy, sweet, and tangy elements beautifully, served with fresh avocado, shallots, and lime in soft tortillas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients
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
For the Marinade
- 2 tbsp chipotle paste
- 2 tbsp runny honey
- 1 1/2 tsp tomato puree
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large garlic cloves
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together the chipotle paste, runny honey, tomato puree, salt, and crushed garlic cloves in a medium bowl until fully combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Roughly chop the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and toss them in the marinade until well coated. Set aside to marinate while preheating the oven.
- Preheat Oven and Roast: Heat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Spread the marinated chicken evenly on a baking tray, then sprinkle fresh pineapple chunks over the top. Roast for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Prepare Additional Ingredients: While the chicken roasts, peel and finely chop the shallot, cube the ripe avocado, and if using corn tortillas, lightly char them in a very hot frying pan or directly on a hot plate to enhance flavor and texture.
- Combine and Serve: Remove the chicken and pineapple from the oven. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and toss to evenly distribute flavors along with the chopped shallot. Serve the mixture sprinkled with fresh coriander alongside the avocado and warmed tortillas. Provide extra lime wedges for added zest.
Notes
- Leftover chicken and pineapple mixture makes excellent quesadillas if you like reheated meals.
- If you prefer milder heat, reduce the amount of chipotle paste.
- Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
