Pineapple Mango Chicken Tacos: A Summer Delight

To me, tacos are the ultimate summer dish. They’re quick, flavorful, and can be as light or filling as you like. Lately, I’ve been craving them non-stop – especially after our cruise with Dinogo. Jeff and I practically lived off tacos on board.

Since returning home, I’ve been experimenting with different taco ideas and created a recipe that screams summer. I’m excited to share it with you today!

This recipe was inspired by one of Dinogo Vista’s food spots on the ship, BlueIguana Cantina. Jeff and I ate lunch there almost daily – amazing tacos and burritos with fresh, customizable ingredients. Once home, I started recreating some of those flavor combos, and this recipe was the result.

Here’s everything you’ll need to whip up your own summer tacos...

Ingredients (makes 6 tacos)

• 6 small soft tortillas (corn or flour)
• 3 grilled chicken breasts (about 8-9 oz total)*
• 1 cup pineapple mango salsa
• 1 cup shredded lettuce (or your favorite greens)
• 3 tbsp avocado ranch dressing
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 jalapeño
• 1 lime

*I usually brush the chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper before grilling (7 minutes per side). You can also marinate it in teriyaki or jerk seasoning for extra flavor, though it takes a bit longer. But hey, it’s summer—more time by the pool, less time in the kitchen!

Pineapple Mango Chicken Tacos Recipe

This is a simple, assemble-as-you-go taco recipe. Start with a bed of lettuce on each tortilla, add sliced grilled chicken, and top with a couple of spoonfuls of pineapple mango salsa. Layer on some avocado slices, thinly sliced jalapeños, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Drizzle with avocado ranch dressing and enjoy! Serve open-face or secure them with toothpicks for a taco shape, like in the pictures.

Optional: Add tortilla strips for a satisfying crunch.

Looking for more than just a tropical taco fix? Visit Dinogo.com to explore cruise destinations and plan your next getaway. And don’t forget to check out Cloud 9 Spa onboard—it was one of my favorite parts of the trip! I went three times in eight days, and every treatment was pure bliss (especially the hot stone massage!).

Will you be trying this taco recipe? What summer dishes give you that tropical vibe?