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Sheet Pan Chicken, Chipotle & Pineapple Tacos: A Flavor-Packed Dinner

Sheet Pan Chicken, Chipotle & Pineapple Tacos: A Flavor-Packed Dinner

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These Sheet Pan Chicken, Chipotle & Pineapple Tacos are bursting with smoky, sweet, and savory flavors, making them a perfect weeknight dinner or meal for casual gatherings. With everything roasted on a single sheet pan, cleanup is a breeze, and the combination of chipotle spice and caramelized pineapple creates a bold and irresistible taste. Serve in warm tortillas and top with fresh cilantro and cotija cheese for the ultimate taco experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 tbsp adobo sauce
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Toss the sliced chicken in the marinade until fully coated.
  4. Arrange on Sheet Pan: Spread the marinated chicken, diced pineapple, sliced red onion, and bell peppers evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Roast: Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked and slightly caramelized.
  6. Warm the Tortillas: While the chicken roasts, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side.
  7. Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with the roasted chicken mixture. Top with fresh cilantro, cotija cheese, and an extra squeeze of lime juice.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy immediately with your favorite side dishes!

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for a juicier and more flavorful result.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure even roasting and caramelization.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers.
  • For extra crunch, add a fresh slaw topping.

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