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Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Pear Salsa

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Experience a burst of flavors with these Teriyaki Chicken Tacos! Tender teriyaki chicken is paired with juicy grilled pineapple and a refreshing pear salsa, creating a deliciously vibrant dish perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these tacos are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 medium fresh pineapple, sliced into rings
  • 2 ripe pears, diced
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat; grill pineapple rings for 3-4 minutes on each side until caramelized.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
  4. In a bowl, combine diced pears, cilantro, red onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the salsa.
  5. Warm tortillas on the grill or in a pan; assemble tacos with sliced chicken, grilled pineapple, and pear salsa on top.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy the flavor explosion!
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Asian-Mexican Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 250g)
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg