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Chili Lime Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa Delight You!

Delicious Chili Lime Chicken Tacos topped with Grilled Pineapple Salsa, perfect for a flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts about 1 pound
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup diced fresh pineapple
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor).
  2. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  3. While the chicken is resting, prepare the grilled pineapple salsa. Preheat the grill to medium heat. Grill the pineapple slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized. Remove from the grill and chop into small pieces.
  4. In a bowl, combine the grilled pineapple, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and set aside.
  5. Warm the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side or until pliable.
  6. To assemble the tacos, place a few slices of grilled chicken on each tortilla, top with the grilled pineapple salsa, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a smoky flavor, add a dash of smoked paprika to the spice mix.
  • Substitute the chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Adjust grilling time accordingly.

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