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Delicious Pineapple Chicken Tacos with fresh toppings and vibrant colors

Pineapple Chicken Tacos

These Pineapple Chicken Tacos pair smoky grilled chicken with caramelized pineapple for a bright and indulgent handheld meal perfect for summer weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Main Course, Quick Dinner, Tacos
Cuisine: Grilled, Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts (about 1 to 1 1/4 pounds total) Use boneless skinless chicken thighs if preferred.
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced (about half a medium pineapple) Fresh pineapple caramelizes best; if using canned, pat dry.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • to taste none Salt and pepper
  • 6 to 8 pieces corn or flour tortillas Use depending on size and appetite.
  • as needed none Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • as needed none Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high, about 400°F. Clean and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  2. In a bowl, whisk the olive oil with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides.
Grilling
  1. Place chicken on the grill and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side, checking with an instant-read thermometer until it reaches 165°F.
  2. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  3. While the chicken rests, grill the diced pineapple on a grill pan or directly on the grates for 2 to 3 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Warm the tortillas on the grill for 10 to 20 seconds per side until pliable.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the tacos by placing sliced chicken in the tortillas, topping with grilled pineapple, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve fresh and simple. Complement with a cabbage slaw, cilantro-lime rice, avocado, or yogurt. For variations, consider spicy additions or alternative toppings.

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