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Chicken and Pineapple Tacos

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Tasty and tropical Chicken and Pineapple Tacos featuring grilled chicken and sweet pineapple, perfect for a summer meal or taco night.

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Optional: sliced avocado, sour cream, shredded lettuce, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture over the chicken breasts.
  2. Grill or cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  3. Grill or sauté the pineapple chunks until lightly charred, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
  5. Assemble the tacos by adding sliced chicken and grilled pineapple to each tortilla.
  6. Top with chopped red onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
  7. Add any additional toppings like avocado, sour cream, or hot sauce if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes for deeper flavor.

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Keywords: chicken tacos, pineapple tacos, grilled tacos, Mexican food, summer recipes

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