**Pineapple Chicken Tacos: A Tropical Twist on Taco Tuesday**
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure that combines the vibrant flavors of pineapple, the savory richness of chicken, and the bold spices of Mexican cuisine. The Pineapple Chicken Tacos recipe presented in this article offers a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize it to your liking. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy kick, this recipe has got you covered. Additionally, we have included variations for vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this tropical twist on Taco Tuesday. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite.
CHICKEN TACOS WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA
These chicken tacos with homemade pineapple salsa are quickly assembled once you've marinated the chicken. The actual grill time is only about 6 minutes.
Provided by Bren
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 2h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine tomatoes, 1/2 cup diced red onion, pineapple, and cilantro in a medium bowl. Add 1 tablespoon lime juice, salt, and sugar; toss to combine. Cover salsa with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
- Place the remaining red onion in the bowl of a small food processor. Add juice of one lime and process until finely ground, about 3 minutes.
- Place chicken strips into a shallow dish. Slather onion mixture over the chicken, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat, about 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly oil the grill.
- Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove to a plate.
- Lightly brown the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Drain the salsa.
- Thinly slice the chicken, against the grain. Lay tortillas out on plates, top with lettuce, chicken, pineapple salsa, and Sriracha sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 491.2 mg, Sugar 8 g
PINEAPPLE CHICKEN TACOS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 16m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Add the vegetable oil to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, season with a pinch of salt and pepper and cook, turning halfway through, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the scallions and garlic and continue to cook for another minute.
- In a liquid measuring cup, whisk together the pineapple juice, hot sauce and honey. Add the liquid to the skillet, bring to a simmer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Meanwhile, shingle the tortillas on a baking sheet and warm them in the oven for 5 minutes.
- Put the broccoli slaw in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the mayo, chipotle sauce, lime zest and half of the lime juice. Add the dressing to the slaw and toss. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and additional lime juice if needed.
- Remove the chicken to a cutting board. Lower the heat under the skillet and continue to reduce the remaining juices to a syrup consistency. Slice the chicken.
- To build the tacos, place the tortillas flat on a plate, add the sliced chicken down the middle and spoon on some of the reduced sauce from the skillet. Top with the pineapple, slaw and cilantro. Serve alongside chips and salsa.
CHICKEN TACOS WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: fresh pineapple, diced tomato, orange bell pepper, fresh cilantro, red onion, jalapeño, fresh lime juice, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, sour cream, corn tortillas, shredded red cabbage, Freshness Guaranteed Antibiotic Free Rotisserie Chicken, avocados
Provided by Walmart
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 tacos
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the pineapple salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the pineapple, tomatoes, bell pepper, cilantro, red onion, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drain the excess liquid from the salsa, then season with more salt to taste. Extra salsa will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Assemble the tacos: Spread 1 tablespoon of sour cream evenly over a warm tortilla. Layer on ¼ cup red cabbage, 2 ounces Freshness Guaranteed NAE Shredded Rotisserie Chicken, 2-3 slices of avocado, and top with 2-3 tablespoons pineapple salsa. Repeat to make the remaining tacos.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 7 grams
MANGO-PINEAPPLE CHICKEN TACOS
I lived in the Caribbean when I was a child. Every time I make this yummy chicken, the fresh tropical fruits in it transport me back to those happy times.-Lissa Nelson, Provo, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h25m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Place chicken in a 6-qt. slow cooker; sprinkle with salt and brown sugar. Top with mango mixture. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender., Remove chicken; cool slightly. Strain cooking juices, reserving mango mixture and 1/2 cup juices. Discard remaining juices. When cool enough to handle, remove chicken from bones; discard bones., Shred chicken with two forks. Return chicken and reserved mango mixture and cooking juices to slow cooker; heat through. Serve in taco shells; sprinkle with cilantro. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 7 g fat (2 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51 mg cholesterol, Sodium 582 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25 g carbohydrate (10 g sugars, Fiber 2 g fiber), Protein 21 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHILI LIME CHICKEN TACOS WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA RECIPE
Provided by Jaclyn
Number Of Ingredients 35
Steps:
- 1. CHICKEN DIRECTIONS - In a small bowl, whisk chicken rub ingredients together and rub evenly all over chicken breasts. Time permitting, allow chicken to sit for 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate up to 8 hours then bring to room temperature for before cooking. STOVETOP DIRECTIONS If chicken has been refrigerated, let sit at room temperature for 15-30 minutes (time permitting). Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Once very hot, add chicken and cook, undisturbed for 3-5 minutes, or until nicely browned (or blackened if you prefer) on one side. Turn chicken over, cover, and reduce heat to medium. Cook for approximately 5-7 more minutes (depending on thickness of chicken), or until chicken is cooked through. Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. 2. GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA DIRECTIONS: Grease grill and heat to medium high heat. Drizzle red onions with olive oil. Drizzle red bell pepper quarters and jalapeno with olive oil to lightly coat. Working in batches as needed depending on grill size, grill pineapple and vegetables at medium high heat until tender and lightly charred all over, about 12 minutes for the onions, turning occasionally, about 8-10 minutes for the pineapple, or until caramelized, flipping once, 6 minutes for the red bell peppers, flipping once, and jalapeno for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally. Once cool enough to handle, dab off any excess oil with paper towels from vegetables and chop pineapple (cutting around core), red bell peppers, and onions. Devein and deseed jalapeno and dice, reserving some of the seeds if desired. Toss pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, ginger, cumin and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. If you would like it spicier, add some of the jalapeno seeds to taste. Can be served immediately or even better chilled. 3. AVOCADO CREMA DIRECTIONS: To make the Avocado Crema, add all the Crema ingredients to your blender and blend until smooth, scraping sides down as needed. May make 4 hours ahead of time and refrigerate in an airtight container. 4. ASSEMBLE TACOS: To assemble, melt cheese on tortillas in the microwave or stovetop then top with Chili Lime Chicken, Pineapple Salsa followed by Avocado Crema.
CHICKEN TACOS WITH ROASTED PINEAPPLE SALSA AND AVOCADO CREMA
These tacos are great any night of the week, not just Tuesday.
Provided by Wolf Gourmet
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat Wolf Gourmet Countertop Oven to Convection/Roast 450°F. Line the Wolf Gourmet baking pan with parchment paper. Coat pineapple in olive oil and arrange on baking sheet. Roast until tender and juices begin to release, 15-20 minutes. Let cool.
- Using a Wolf Gourmet High-Performance Blender, combine avocado, sour cream, and freshly grated lime zest and juice from one lime. Purée to a smooth crema.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil to the pan and carefully swirl to coat. Arrange chicken in a single layer in the pan and cook, flipping once, until cooked through, 10-12 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let sit five minutes before slicing.
- Chop roasted pineapple into small pieces. In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, onion, and jalapeño. Season to taste with lime juice and salt. Serve with chicken tacos and avocado crema.
PINEAPPLE PAPRIKA CHICKEN TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: shredded chicken, crushed pineapple, white onion, garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, red onion, fresh cilantro, corn tortillas
Provided by Joey Firoben
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 tacos
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large, nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Toss in the onion and salt and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add in the chili powder, paprika, and garlic. Toast for 1 minute.
- Add in the pineapple and chicken and mix so the chicken is well-coated and warmed through.
- Pour the chicken mixture into a large serving bowl.
- Toast the tortillas in the seasoned pan, about 3 minutes per side.
- Divide the mixture evenly between tortillas, top with diced red onion and cilantro, and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 13 grams
CHICKEN TACOS WITH PINEAPPLE PICO DE GALLO
Make and share this Chicken Tacos With Pineapple Pico De Gallo recipe from Food.com.
Provided by weekend cooker
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 tacos, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For pico de gallo, in a small bowl, combine the pineapple, mango, cilantro, onion, lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt, and set aside.
- In a large nonstick skillet, coated with cooking spray, cook and stir the chicken, cumin, seasoning blend, and the remaining salt, until heated through.
- Spoon 1/4 cup onto each tortilla, and fold in sides.
- Serve with pico de gallo.
CHICKEN TACOS WITH PINEAPPLE PICO DE GALLO
"This recipe is not only light and tasty but also absolutely delicious," writes Jenny Flake from Gilbert, Arizona. "The pineapple and mango are bursting with flavor and add great taste to these zesty chicken tacos."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For pico de gallo, in a small bowl, combine the pineapple, mango, cilantro, onion, lime juice and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside., In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook and stir the chicken, cumin, seasoning blend and remaining salt until heated through. Spoon 1/4 cup onto each tortilla. Fold in sides. Serve with pico de gallo.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use fresh pineapple: Fresh pineapple gives the tacos a brighter, more vibrant flavor than canned pineapple.
- Grill the pineapple: Grilling the pineapple adds a smoky flavor that complements the chicken well.
- Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade helps to tenderize the chicken and infuses it with flavor.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, and salsa.
Conclusion:
Pineapple chicken tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party. The combination of sweet pineapple, savory chicken, and tangy salsa is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new taco recipe, give these pineapple chicken tacos a try!
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