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Delicious Pineapple Chicken Tacos topped with fresh ingredients

Pineapple Chicken Tacos

These bright and easy pineapple chicken tacos blend juicy, charred pineapple with spiced grilled chicken for a tropical treat, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts (about 1 to 1 1/4 pounds total) Use boneless skinless thighs for juicier option.
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced (about half a medium pineapple) Canned pineapple chunks can be used but must be drained.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Increase for more heat.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6-8 pieces corn or flour tortillas Depending on size and appetite.
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, roughly 400°F.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each breast.
Cooking
  1. Place the chicken on the grill and cook 6 to 7 minutes per side. Use an instant-read thermometer and remove when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  2. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly across the grain.
  3. While the chicken rests, place the diced pineapple in a grill basket or on a piece of foil. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring once, until caramelized and slightly charred.
  4. Warm the tortillas on the grill for 10 to 20 seconds per side until flexible and lightly marked. Keep them covered in a clean towel to stay warm.
Assembly
  1. Assemble tacos by filling each tortilla with sliced chicken, a spoonful of grilled pineapple, cilantro, and a good squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking. Store chicken and grilled pineapple in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, place sliced chicken in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

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