Chicken Pineapple Taco Bowls (Printable)

A fresh bowl featuring spiced chicken, pineapple salsa, black beans, avocado, and coconut-infused jasmine rice.

# Components:

→ Coconut Rice

01 - 1 cup jasmine rice
02 - 1 cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
03 - 1 cup water
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Spiced Chicken

05 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Pineapple Salsa

14 - 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
15 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
16 - 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
17 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Juice of 1 lime
19 - Salt to taste

→ Bowl Assembly

20 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
21 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
22 - 1 avocado, sliced
23 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
24 - Lime wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - Combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
02 - Toss chicken pieces with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken, and cook for 6-8 minutes while stirring occasionally until fully cooked and lightly browned.
03 - Combine diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice in a medium bowl. Add salt to taste and toss gently to combine. Set aside.
04 - Divide coconut rice evenly among four bowls. Layer each with spiced chicken, pineapple salsa, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and avocado slices. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights
  • Naturally dairy-free and gluten-free, accommodating multiple dietary needs
  • Packed with fresh, colorful ingredients that are as nutritious as they are appetizing
  • The homemade pineapple salsa adds a refreshing sweet-and-tangy contrast to the savory chicken
  • Creamy coconut rice provides a luxurious base without any dairy
  • Highly customizable—swap proteins, add extra veggies, or adjust the heat level to your preference
02 -
  • Use a rice cooker for foolproof coconut rice—just substitute half the water with coconut milk
  • Cut chicken into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking
  • Don't skip the resting time for the rice—it makes all the difference in texture
  • Make a double batch of pineapple salsa—it's fantastic on grilled fish or pork chops later in the week
  • Toast the spices in a dry skillet for 30 seconds before adding to the chicken for even deeper flavor
  • Prep all components in advance and store separately for quick assembly throughout the week
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