Description
Succulent grilled chicken paired with sweet pineapple wrapped in warm tortillas, creating a vibrant and flavorful taco experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small tortillas
- Cilantro for topping
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bowl, coating them generously.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill over medium heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
- Combine the grilled chicken with diced pineapple in a serving dish.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble each tortilla with chicken and pineapple mixture, topping with fresh cilantro and lime juice.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Marinating chicken in advance enhances flavor. Ensure to use warm tortillas for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pineapple Chicken Tacos, Grilled Chicken Tacos, Easy Taco Recipe