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Chipotle Pineapple Chicken Tacos

A delightful blend of smoky chipotle marinated chicken and sweet, juicy pineapple, perfect for taco night or summer cookouts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup fresh pineapple juice
  • 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped adjust for spice preference
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 whole avocado, sliced
  • to serve lime wedges

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the fresh pineapple juice, finely chopped chipotle peppers, soy sauce, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring it's well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to two hours for deeper flavor.
  3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any leftover marinade. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  4. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
  5. While the chicken rests, warm your tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  6. Assemble each taco by placing a portion of sliced chicken on each tortilla, topped with diced pineapple, red onion, fresh cilantro, and avocado slices.
  7. Serve your tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos before eating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

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