Best 8 Mango Pineapple Chicken Tacos Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a fiesta of flavors in these Mango Pineapple Chicken Tacos, a culinary journey that blends the tropics with Mexican zest. These tacos are a vibrant explosion of colors, textures, and flavors, featuring succulent chicken marinated in a tangy blend of mango, pineapple, and spices, grilled to perfection and nestled in warm tortillas.**

**Accompanying the chicken are vibrant toppings of sweet mango salsa, creamy pineapple sauce, and a zesty avocado crema, creating a harmonious balance of flavors in every bite. The crunch of fresh cabbage and the zest of cilantro add layers of texture and freshness, while a sprinkle of cotija cheese brings a salty, nutty finish.**

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**Prepare to embark on a culinary journey like no other, where each recipe is a masterpiece waiting to be savored. Let your taste buds guide you as you explore the vibrant flavors and textures of Mango Pineapple Chicken Tacos and the other culinary delights featured in this article.**

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PRESSURE-COOKER MANGO-PINEAPPLE CHICKEN TACOS



Pressure-Cooker Mango-Pineapple Chicken Tacos image

I lived in the Caribbean when I was a child. Every time I make this yummy chicken, the fresh tropical fruits transport me back to those happy times. -Lissa Nelson, Provo, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium mangoes, peeled and chopped
1-1/2 cups cubed fresh pineapple or canned pineapple chunks, drained
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
2 small Anaheim peppers, seeded and chopped
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
4 pounds bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed
3 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
32 taco shells, warmed
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Place chicken in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; sprinkle with salt and brown sugar. Top with mango mixture. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 10 minutes. , Allow pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes and then quick-release any remaining pressure. Remove chicken; cool slightly. Strain cooking juices, reserving mango mixture and 1/2 cup juices. Discard remaining juices. When cool enough to handle, remove chicken from bones; discard bones. Shred chicken with 2 forks. , Select saute setting and adjust for medium heat. Return chicken, reserved mango mixture and cooking juices to pressure cooker; stir to heat through. Serve in taco shells; sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 582mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CHICKEN TACOS WITH MANGO PINEAPPLE SALSA



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I love the fresh taste of the Mango Pineapple Salsa with these Chicken Tacos.

Provided by Yvonne

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 c. fresh pineapple (diced)
1 whole mango (peeled & diced)
1/3 c. finely chopped red onion
Juice of 1 lime (plus extra if desired)
1-2 avocado (diced)
1/3 bunch of cilantro (torn or chopped)
Salt (to taste)
Chicken Tacos
1 whole rotisserie chicken (shredded)
1-2 tsp. cumin
juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp. water
salt & pepper to taste
12 corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Prep Mango Pineapple Salsa: Lightly mix together all ingredients except avocado and cilantro. Allow to sit while prepping the chicken and tortillas.
  • Once your chicken is shredded, in a large pan heat together with cumin, lime juice, water, salt and pepper. Stir occasionally and keep on low.
  • You can warm the tortillas on the stovetop as well in a skillet, but do not cover them with a lid. The steam will create a soggy corn tortilla. Or, you can microwave them for approx. 20 seconds or until warm.
  • Serve warm tortillas with seasoned chicken; top with mango-pineapple salsa and avocado. Sprinkle with cilantro. Optional: squeeze lime wedge over finished prepared taco.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 6 g, Sodium 29 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MANGO PINEAPPLE CROCKPOT CHICKEN TACOS



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Deliciously sweet and spicy, these crockpot chicken tacos are full of great mango pineapple flavor. At only 1 weight watchers smart point per serving, they're perfect for a healthy take on taco night!

Provided by The Chunky Chef

Categories     Main Course

Time 5h20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts (, trimmed of excess fat)
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 mangoes (, peeled and chopped)
1 cup canned pineapple chunks in 100% juice (, drained)
2-3 tomatoes (, chopped)
1 small red onion (, diced)
1 large poblano pepper (, seeded and chopped)
1 jalapeno pepper (, seeded and chopped)
3 green onions (, sliced)
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp granulated sugar
fresh cilantro (, for garnish)
whole grain, low-fat or fat-free soft taco sized tortillas
Bibb lettuce cups

Steps:

  • Place chicken in 6 qt slow cooker and season with salt, pepper, and brown sugar.
  • Combine mangoes, pineapple, tomatoes, red onion, poblano pepper, jalapeno pepper, green onions, lime juice and sugar in a mixing bowl and toss well to combine. Add to slow cooker on top of chicken in an even layer.
  • Cover and cook on LOW 5-6 hours until chicken is tender and easily shreddable. Remove chicken and shred, using two forks. Strain cooking juices in slow cooker, reserving the mango mixture and saving 1/2 cup of the juice.
  • Add shredded chicken, reserved mango mixture and 1/2 cup cooking juice to the slow cooker.
  • Serve by itself, in tortillas, or lettuce cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 425 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN TACOS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
One 6-ounce can 100% pure pineapple juice
1/4 cup hot sauce
2 tablespoons honey
4 small flour tortillas
12 ounces broccoli slaw
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 to 3 tablespoons chipotle sauce
1 lime, zested and juiced
1/2 cup thinly sliced pineapple wedges
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Serving suggestions: tortilla chips and salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Add the vegetable oil to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, season with a pinch of salt and pepper and cook, turning halfway through, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the scallions and garlic and continue to cook for another minute.
  • In a liquid measuring cup, whisk together the pineapple juice, hot sauce and honey. Add the liquid to the skillet, bring to a simmer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, shingle the tortillas on a baking sheet and warm them in the oven for 5 minutes.
  • Put the broccoli slaw in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the mayo, chipotle sauce, lime zest and half of the lime juice. Add the dressing to the slaw and toss. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and additional lime juice if needed.
  • Remove the chicken to a cutting board. Lower the heat under the skillet and continue to reduce the remaining juices to a syrup consistency. Slice the chicken.
  • To build the tacos, place the tortillas flat on a plate, add the sliced chicken down the middle and spoon on some of the reduced sauce from the skillet. Top with the pineapple, slaw and cilantro. Serve alongside chips and salsa.

PINEAPPLE THRONE CHICKEN TACOS



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We channeled the flavors of al pastor in our seasonings for this chicken that roast standing upright on the core of a pineapple--you get even cooking all around and the spices play to the sweet juicy fruit's taste. The trickiest part of this dish is making sure you cut the pineapple base flat, so the chicken doesn't tip over once it begins to cook. If it does, you can prop the bird up on the grill with a brick or other heatproof anchor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 3h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

2 teaspoons guajillo or ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Pinch ground cloves
Kosher salt
1 chicken (about 4 pounds)
1 medium ripe pineapple
2 tablespoons achiote (annatto) paste
4 cloves garlic, sliced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch ground cloves
Kosher salt
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons agave or honey
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded if desired for less heat, finely chopped
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
Shredded green cabbage, for serving
Cubed avocado, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving
12 street taco-size corn or flour tortillas, warmed, for serving

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Combine the chile powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, cloves and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Rub all over the outside of the chicken and sprinkle a little in the cavity. Let sit at room temperature 1 hour or refrigerate up to overnight.
  • When you are ready to cook, prepare a grill for medium (350 to 375 degrees F) indirect heat (for a gas grill, leave one or two burners on low or off; for a charcoal grill, bank the coals on one side of the grill). Fold a double thickness of aluminum foil to about 10 inches square and place in the center of the indirect heat (or use a disposable aluminum pan).
  • Cut the top from the pineapple and cut a small slice from the bottom, if needed, so the pineapple stands up firmly on its own. Use a serrated knife to cut down vertically, along the core to make a plank, stopping a little more than an inch from the base of the pineapple. Cut horizontally above the base to remove 1 plank of pineapple. Remove 3 more planks in the same manner--ending up with a firm base holding up the pineapple core. Cut the flesh from the pineapple. Coarsely chop 1 cup and set aside for the sauce. Cube the remaining pineapple for salsa, about 1 1/2 cups, and set aside.
  • Stuff the pineapple core in the cavity of the chicken to make it stand up straight. Place on the foil on the grill and cover the grill. Cook the chicken for 1 hour.
  • For the sauce: Meanwhile, melt the achiote paste in a small skillet over low heat, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons water if it is too thick to melt (different brands have different textures). Once melted, add the garlic and cook until sizzling, about 1 minute. Stir in the cumin, oregano, cloves and 1/2 teaspoon salt and remove from the heat. Transfer to a blender with the reserved 1 cup chopped pineapple, vinegar and agave. Blend to make a smooth sauce about the consistency of BBQ sauce. Season with salt. You will have about 1 1/2 cups. Divide the sauce between 2 bowls, reserving one bowl for basting and one for serving.
  • After 1 hour, brush the chicken with some of the basting sauce and re-cover the grill. Continue to cook, basting every 10 minutes, until the skin is deep golden brown and the chicken is cooked through and tender (an instant-read thermometer should read 165 degrees F in the thickest part of the thigh), 30 to 40 minutes more. Remove the chicken to a cutting board to rest for 10 minutes and remove the pineapple core.
  • For the salsa: While the chicken rests, toss the reserved 1 1/2 cups pineapple cubes in a medium bowl with the lime juice, oil, plum tomato, jalapeno, red onion and 1 teaspoon salt. Toss well. Add the cilantro and toss just to combine.
  • Cut the chicken into pieces, then carve the meat from the bones and chop into bite-size pieces. Serve with the salsa, cabbage, avocado, lime wedges and tortillas on the side. Drizzle the tacos with the reserved pineapple sauce.

OLD EL PASO® GRILLED CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE TACOS WITH CABBAGE AND MANGO SLAW



Old El Paso® Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Tacos with Cabbage and Mango Slaw image

Taco night goes tropical with this zesty new twist on the traditional recipe. Mango, cilantro and cabbage give your dinner a sweet and flavorful flair.

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 head of small green cabbage sliced thinly or grated
1 carrot skinned and grated
1 mango chopped into small pieces( no skin)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/8 cup brown sugar
1/8 cup balsamic vinegar
1/8 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pineapple sliced
2-3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Old El Paso™ hard & soft taco dinner kit (Contains taco shells, soft tortillas, Taco Seasoning, and Taco Sauce)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 320°F.
  • In a glass dish or bowl marinate chicken with 1 packet of the Old El Paso® Seasoning and 2 tablespoons olive oil contained in kit.
  • In a small bowl add grated cabbage, carrot, chopped mango, cilantro, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, olive oil, salt and balsamic vinegar. Mix thoroughly and set aside while grilling chicken.
  • Using an indoor or outdoor grill, preheat to higher setting to obtain a good sear.
  • Wrap the soft tortillas in the kit in foil and place in oven. Heat for 10 minutes.
  • Add chicken to grill and cook several minutes on each side until done.
  • While chicken is grilling, place hard tacos shells on a placing sheet and add to the oven with soft tortillas. Don't overcook. Turn off oven after 5 more minutes and keep warm till serving.
  • Remove chicken from the grill and let rest a few minutes.
  • Add pineapple slices to hot grill and sear on both sides for a few minutes. Remove from grill.
  • Slice chicken on the diagonal and serve on platter with chopped grilled pineapple slices.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro.
  • Serve with cabbage mango slaw, soft and crunchy tortillas, and sauce contained in the kit.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CHICKEN TACOS WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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These chicken tacos with homemade pineapple salsa are quickly assembled once you've marinated the chicken. The actual grill time is only about 6 minutes.

Provided by Bren

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 2h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 medium red onion, diced, divided
1 cup diced fresh pineapple
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon white sugar
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1 lime, juiced
8 (7 inch) tortillas, or more as needed
1 cup shredded lettuce
8 dashes Sriracha sauce, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, 1/2 cup diced red onion, pineapple, and cilantro in a medium bowl. Add 1 tablespoon lime juice, salt, and sugar; toss to combine. Cover salsa with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
  • Place the remaining red onion in the bowl of a small food processor. Add juice of one lime and process until finely ground, about 3 minutes.
  • Place chicken strips into a shallow dish. Slather onion mixture over the chicken, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat, about 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly oil the grill.
  • Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove to a plate.
  • Lightly brown the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Drain the salsa.
  • Thinly slice the chicken, against the grain. Lay tortillas out on plates, top with lettuce, chicken, pineapple salsa, and Sriracha sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 491.2 mg, Sugar 8 g

MANGO-LIME SHREDDED CHICKEN TACOS



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I put a little spin on a family favorite. While this chicken filling is simmering I fry my corn tortillas until they are nice and crispy! If you like sweet and spicy together, this is a great dinner idea! Fill shells with chicken, lettuce, tomato, fresh cilantro, and your choice of hot sauce. Enjoy!

Provided by stephy.newhouse

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 large white onion, chopped
1 large Anaheim pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup chicken stock
1 (8 ounce) can peeled whole plum tomatoes
1 (5 ounce) can tomato sauce
¼ cup diced mango
1 large lime, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon Pasilla chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
16 corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Place chicken into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes. Transfer chicken to a work surface to cool; shred.
  • Heat canola oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, Anaheim pepper, jalapeno pepper, and garlic until slightly softened and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Add shredded chicken, chicken stock, tomatoes, tomato sauce, mango, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, sea salt, black pepper, sugar, and cinnamon; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until chicken filling is reduced, at least 45 minutes.
  • Fill corn tortillas with chicken filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 29.4 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 718.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe mangoes and pineapples: The riper the fruits, the sweeter and more flavorful the tacos will be.
  • Use fresh cilantro and lime: These ingredients add a refreshing brightness to the tacos.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through.
  • Serve the tacos immediately: The tacos are best when served fresh and hot.

Conclusion:

Mango pineapple chicken tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a summer cookout or party. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new taco recipe, give these mango pineapple chicken tacos a try!

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