Description
Chili lime chicken tacos with grilled pineapple salsa offer a burst of flavors that evoke sunny beach days and backyard barbecues. Juicy, marinated chicken is paired with the tangy zest of lime and a hint of chili, all topped with sweet, caramelized pineapple. These vibrant tacos are not just a meal; they’re a celebration of tastes and memories shared with friends. Perfect for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple (sliced)
- 8 taco shells (soft flour or crunchy corn)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing lime juice, chili powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken breasts and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat. Grill the pineapple slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until caramelized.
- Grill the marinated chicken over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- Warm taco shells in a skillet or microwave. Assemble by filling each shell with sliced chicken and topping with grilled pineapple salsa made from diced pineapple, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges for added zest.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg