Description
Delicious Pineapple Chicken Tacos combining grilled chicken and fresh pineapple for a tropical flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Chicken Breasts
- 1 Cup Fresh Pineapple, Diced
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Teaspoon Paprika
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- Corn or Flour Tortillas
- Chopped Cilantro for Garnish
- Lime Wedges for Serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F – 400°F).
- In a bowl, marinate chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
- Warm tortillas on the grill for about 1 minute on each side.
- Assemble tacos by placing grilled chicken strips and diced pineapple on each tortilla.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Marinate chicken a day in advance for best flavor. Can substitute chicken with shrimp or firm tofu for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg