Pineapple Chicken Tacos with Honey-Chili Sauce

Fresh, tangy pineapple + spicy honey glaze = perfect balance.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the chicken:

• 500 g (1 lb) chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper

For the pineapple filling:

• 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• ½ red onion, finely chopped
• 1 small jalapeño, minced (optional)
• Juice of 1 lime
• Small handful fresh cilantro, chopped
• Pinch of salt

Honey-Chili Sauce:

• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sriracha or chili sauce (adjust to your heat level)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional but lovely)

For assembling:

• 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
• Optional: avocado slices, shredded cabbage, sour cream, queso fresco

Instructions

1. Make the pineapple topping

1. In a bowl, mix pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt.
2. Toss and set aside to let the flavors develop.

2. Cook the chicken

1. Season sliced chicken with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes, until golden and cooked through.

3. Prepare the honey-chili sauce

1. In a small bowl, whisk honey, sriracha, soy sauce, lime juice, and ginger until smooth.
2. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken.
3. Let it simmer 1–2 minutes until glossy and slightly thickened.

4. Assemble the tacos

1. Warm tortillas.
2. Add honey-chili chicken.
3. Spoon pineapple topping over the chicken.
4. Add extras like avocado, cabbage, or cheese if you want them a bit glamourous.