Chili Lime Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa
Chili Lime Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa are a sensational culinary delight that combines vibrant flavors with fresh ingredients. This dish features tender chicken marinated in zesty chili and lime, perfectly complemented by a smoky grilled pineapple salsa and a creamy avocado crema. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, these tacos offer a refreshing twist that will impress family and friends alike. With easy preparation steps, you’ll be able to savor the bold flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you prefer corn or flour tortillas, this recipe is easily customizable to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- Chicken
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Fresh pineapple
- Avocado
- Sour cream
- Mayonnaise
- Lime juice
- Spices (cumin, garlic powder)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in a mixture of chili powder, lime juice, cumin, garlic powder, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Prepare grilled pineapple salsa by grilling pineapple slices until caramelized.
- Blend avocado, sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, cumin, and garlic powder until smooth to make the crema.
- Assemble tacos by layering chicken, pineapple salsa, and avocado crema on warmed tortillas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg