Ingredients
For the sheet pan chicken and pineapple:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts, if preferred)
- 1 ½ cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned pineapple, drained)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra caramelization)
- Juice of 1 lime
For serving:
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or Cotija cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup pickled red onions
- ¼ cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place it on the sheet pan. Add the pineapple chunks, sliced bell peppers, and red onion around the chicken.
Step 3: Make the Chipotle Marinade
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced chipotle peppers in adobo, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, honey, and lime juice. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables, tossing everything to ensure even coating.
Step 4: Roast in the Oven
Spread everything into an even layer and place the sheet pan in the oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
Step 5: Shred or Slice the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, slice it into strips or shred it using two forks. Toss the chicken with the pan juices to keep it juicy and flavorful.
Step 6: Warm the Tortillas
While the chicken is resting, warm the tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side until soft and slightly charred.
Step 7: Assemble the Tacos
Fill each tortilla with a generous portion of chipotle chicken, roasted pineapple, and bell peppers. Top with crumbled queso fresco, avocado slices, pickled red onions, fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of sour cream or crema. Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of freshness.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos per person
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g