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Pineapple Chicken Tacos

Pineapple Chicken Tacos: A Sweet and Savory Delight

Delight in Pineapple Chicken Tacos, a sweet and savory dish perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or rotisserie chicken for quicker option
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Honey maple syrup can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger or ground ginger if unavailable
  • 2 cloves Garlic adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional, adjust for heat preference
For the Pineapple Salsa
  • 2 cups Fresh Pineapple or canned in a pinch
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper or green bell pepper/mango
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion or green onions for milder flavor
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro or parsley
  • 1 small Jalapeño optional, substitute with green bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice fresh is best
  • to taste Salt adjust as necessary
For Assembling the Tacos
  • 8 Corn or Flour Tortillas gluten-free options available
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any cooking oil
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage or Slaw Mix lettuce as lighter alternative
  • to taste Optional Toppings avocado slices, sriracha mayo, lime wedges

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Chop fresh pineapple, red bell pepper, and onion. In another bowl, combine with cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  5. Assemble tacos by placing cabbage in tortillas, adding chicken, and topping with pineapple salsa and optional toppings.
  6. Serve immediately while warm, with extra lime wedges and toppings on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Aim for at least 30 minutes of marinating time for best flavor. Use fresh ingredients for optimal taste.

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