Description
Blackened Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa offer a vibrant and flavorful twist to your taco night. This dish features succulent chicken marinated in an array of spices, delivering a delightful kick that perfectly complements the fresh, sweet pineapple salsa. Ideal for summer gatherings or an easy weeknight dinner, these tacos are not only delicious but also a healthy option packed with protein. Customize them with your favorite toppings for a personalized meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds Chicken Breast
- 3/4 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 Lime
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 cup Pineapple, diced
- 1 cup Tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup Red Onion, diced
- 2 tablespoon Jalapeño Pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
- 8 Corn Tortillas
Instructions
- Marinate chicken by combining spices, honey, lime zest and juice, and olive oil in a resealable bag with the chicken. Let it sit for at least 20 minutes.
- Mix pineapple salsa ingredients (pineapple, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro) in a bowl and refrigerate.
- Cook marinated chicken in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for about 9 minutes total until fully cooked.
- Heat tortillas in a skillet until warm. Slice chicken and assemble tacos with pineapple salsa and desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 246g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 656mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Adjust the spice level by varying the cayenne pepper in the marinade or adding toppings like avocado or Greek yogurt for creaminess.