Description
Indulge in a flavor-packed experience with these Teriyaki Chicken Tacos topped with Grilled Pineapple Pear Salsa. The sweet and savory combination of tender chicken paired with juicy pineapple and crunchy pears creates a delightful explosion of taste in every bite. Perfect for casual dinners or lively gatherings, this dish is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 ripe pear, diced
- 8 taco shells (corn or flour)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- While grilling, prepare the salsa by mixing diced pineapple, pear, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl.
- Lightly toast taco shells on a skillet over medium heat until warm.
- Slice the grilled chicken, assemble tacos by placing chicken in tortillas, and top generously with salsa.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Experiment with shrimp or tofu as substitutes for chicken. Spice up your tacos with chili flakes or fresh herbs to suit your taste.