Best 5 Healthy Grilled Chipotle Pork Tacos Recipes

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**Introducing the tantalizing Grilled Chipotle Pork Tacos: A fiesta of flavors for taco enthusiasts seeking a healthy and delectable meal.**

Embark on a culinary adventure with our Grilled Chipotle Pork Tacos, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. This dish is a harmonious blend of smoky grilled pork, tangy chipotle sauce, and an array of fresh, crisp toppings, all nestled in a warm, soft tortilla. Indulge in the perfect balance of spicy, smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors that will ignite your senses and make every bite an unforgettable experience.

**Our collection of recipes includes variations to suit every palate and dietary preference:**

* **Classic Grilled Chipotle Pork Tacos:** This recipe stays true to the traditional flavors of chipotle pork tacos, using a combination of spices and chipotle peppers to create a savory and smoky marinade for the pork.

* **Healthy Grilled Chipotle Pork Tacos:** For those seeking a lighter version, this recipe utilizes lean pork tenderloin and wholesome ingredients to create a taco that is both delicious and guilt-free.

* **Vegetarian Grilled Chipotle Portobello Tacos:** This plant-based twist on the classic taco features grilled portobello mushrooms marinated in chipotle sauce, providing a meaty texture and a burst of umami flavor.

* **Grilled Chipotle Chicken Tacos:** For poultry lovers, this recipe swaps out the pork for tender, juicy chicken, grilled to perfection and infused with the smoky chipotle marinade.

* **Grilled Chipotle Shrimp Tacos:** Seafood enthusiasts will delight in this recipe, which features succulent shrimp grilled to perfection and coated in a flavorful chipotle sauce.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted to deliver an exceptional taco experience, whether you're a fan of classic flavors or seeking something more adventurous. So gather your ingredients, fire up your grill, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you utterly satisfied.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHIPOTLE PORK TACOS | RECIPE



Chipotle Pork Tacos | Recipe image

The perfect dinner idea to use up your leftover pork loin -- Pork Loin Tacos! An easy recipe equipped with a dreamy chipotle-mayo sauce, avocado, and more!

Provided by Kelly Anthony

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon freshly minced cilantro
Zest and juice of 1 lime
2 teaspoons Adobo sauce
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
2 tablespoons Canola oil
1/4 cup Adobo sauce (from bottled or canned chipotles in adobo)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups 16 ounces leftover Pork Loin Roast (or cooked pork loin), cubed
16 corn tortillas
1 ripe avocado (halved and thinly sliced)
1 cup thinly sliced red cabbage

Steps:

  • To make the sauce, in a small mixing bowl whisk together mayonnaise, cilantro, zest and juice of one lime, 2 teaspoons of Adobo sauce and a 1/4 teaspoon of Kosher salt. Set aside until ready to use.
  • For the pork, in a food processor fitted with a blade attachment, add oil, 1/4 cup of adobo sauce, chili powder, sugar, cumin, 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, paprika and pepper, and process until well mixed. Add pork cubes, and pulse until finely chopped.
  • Have ready a saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped pork to the pan, and cook 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until hot. Set aside until ready to use.
  • To assemble the tacos, place pork atop one or two (stacked) corn tortillas atop your work surface. Top with avocado slices and cabbage. Drizzle over Chipotle-Lime Aioli, serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 taco, Calories 393 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 2566 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 11 g

GRILLED CHIPOTLE PORK TACOS WITH RED SLAW AND BROWN SUGAR PINEAPPLE



Grilled Chipotle Pork Tacos with Red Slaw and Brown Sugar Pineapple image

These pork tacos are full of flavor and the sweet pineapple side is a perfect complement.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced
One 12-ounce pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices on an angle
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups shredded red cabbage
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 small red bell pepper, very thinly sliced
1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 corn tortillas
Lime wedges, for serving
2 cups pineapple chunks
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • For the pork: Combine the cilantro, lime juice, oil, chile powder, garlic and onions in a large dish. Add the pork slices and turn to coat. Preheat a grill on medium-high heat.
  • For the red slaw: Combine the cabbage, cilantro, oil, vinegar, chile powder, bell peppers, red onions and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large bowl. Toss to mix and set aside.
  • Remove the pork from the marinade and discard the remaining marinade. Sprinkle the pork on both sides with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Grill, turning once, until browned and still a little rosy inside, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a large plate.
  • Grill the tortillas, turning once, until grill marks appear and the tortillas are softened, about 1 minute. Transfer two tortillas per plate. Divide the pork and a little slaw among the tortillas. Serve with lime wedges.
  • Evenly divide the pineapple among four bowls, top each with 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/2 tablespoon sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve with the pork tacos.

GRILLED PORK TACOS WITH PINEAPPLE



Grilled Pork Tacos with Pineapple image

The combination of earthy dried chiles and fruity pineapple are hallmarks of al Pastore. But so are long marination times and slow roasting. These speedy tacos are far from al Pastore, but they do bring together the similar citrusy, fruity and earthy flavors. Make sure your grill is hot and well greased to get the right char and caramelization on the pork.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 dried guajillo chile peppers
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for the grill
3 slices fresh pineapple (about 1/4 inch thick)
Juice of 1/2 orange (about 3 tablespoons)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pork tenderloin (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
Juice of 1 lime
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus whole leaves for topping
1 avocado
12 corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Put the chiles on a microwave-safe plate and microwave until fragrant and pliable, about 10 seconds (or toast in a small dry skillet over medium heat). Remove the stems, then tear the chiles and transfer to a blender. Add the vegetable oil, 1 pineapple slice, the orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Puree until smooth.
  • Trim the pork, then halve crosswise and lengthwise to create 4 pieces. Put in a shallow dish, add the chile puree and turn to coat; let marinate, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, put the onion in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cold water; transfer to a bowl. Stir in the lime juice and a big pinch each of salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Remove the pork from the marinade and season with salt and pepper. Oil the grill grates, then transfer the pork and remaining 2 pineapple slices to the grill. Cover the grill and cook, turning the pineapple and pork occasionally, until the pineapple is well marked, about 4 minutes, and the pork is just cooked through and lightly charred, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Chop the pineapple and add to the onion mixture along with the chopped cilantro; season with salt and pepper. Slice the pork and the avocado. Warm the tortillas as the label directs. Fill with the pork, pineapple mixture, avocado and cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Fat 19 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 94 milligrams, Sodium 344 milligrams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 6 grams

GRILLED CHIPOTLE PORK TACOS WITH RED SLAW



Grilled Chipotle Pork Tacos with Red Slaw image

The heat from the chipotle enlivens both lean pork and lean slaw. Bright, but hearty and filling, this quick main dish is great for the grill.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced
One 12-ounce pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices at an angle
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups shredded red cabbage
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 small red bell pepper, very thinly sliced
1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 corn tortillas
8 teaspoons reduced-fat sour cream
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • For the pork: Combine the cilantro, lime juice, oil, chile powder, garlic and onions in a large dish. Add the pork slices and turn to coat. Preheat a grill on medium-high heat.
  • For the red slaw: Combine the cabbage, cilantro, oil, vinegar, chile powder, bell peppers, red onions and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large bowl. Toss to mix and set aside.
  • Remove the pork from the marinade and discard the remaining marinade. Sprinkle the pork on both sides with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Grill, turning once, until browned and still a little rosy inside, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a large plate.
  • Grill the tortillas, turning once, until grill marks appear and the tortillas are softened, about 1 minute. Transfer to individual plates. Divide the pork and a little slaw among the tortillas. Top each tortilla with a teaspoon of sour cream and serve with lime wedges.

GRILLED PORK TACOS



Grilled Pork Tacos image

My family raves about this moist pork with smoked paprika and pineapple. I dish it up next to brown rice and a salad of avocado and tomatoes. -E Gelesky, Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless pork ribeye chops, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons lime juice, divided
1 teaspoon smoked or regular paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup canned unsweetened pineapple tidbits plus 1 tablespoon reserved juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 flour tortillas (6 to 8 inches), warmed
Reduced-fat sour cream or plain yogurt, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss pork with 2 tablespoons lime juice and seasonings; let stand 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix beans, pineapple with reserved juice, onion, cilantro and remaining lime juice., Thread pork onto four metal or soaked wooden skewers. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally., Remove pork from skewers; serve in tortillas. Top with bean mixture and, if desired, sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have chipotle peppers in adobo, you can substitute another type of chili pepper, such as ancho or guajillo peppers.
  • Be careful not to overcook the pork, or it will become dry and tough.
  • Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.

Conclusion:

These healthy grilled chipotle pork tacos are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend gathering. With their smoky, spicy flavor and tender, juicy pork, these tacos are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal!

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