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Chipotle Grilled Chicken Pineapple Tacos

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Chipotle Grilled Chicken Pineapple Tacos are a quick and flavorful dinner packed with smoky chipotle-marinated chicken, juicy pineapple chunks, and a creamy lime-cilantro crema. Ready in just 20 minutes, these easy grilled chicken tacos are perfect for busy weeknights, taco Tuesday, or casual weekend meals.

Ingredients

  • For the Chicken Marinade:
  • 1 lb chicken breast chunks
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp canola oil (for grilling)
  • For the Taco Filling:
  • 3 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • For the Lime-Cilantro Crema:
  • 1/2 cup thick Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix cumin, chipotle powder, garlic powder, taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and avocado oil into a paste. Coat chicken and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high with canola oil. Grill chicken 3 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
  3. Warm tortillas in a clean pan or directly on the grill until lightly charred and pliable.
  4. In a bowl, combine yogurt, cream, lime juice, salt, pepper, and cilantro. Stir until smooth.
  5. Layer grilled chicken on tortillas, top with pineapple, red onion, and crema. Garnish with extra cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

  • Swap chipotle for smoked paprika for a milder flavor.
  • Try grilled shrimp, steak, or tofu as alternate proteins.
  • Use corn tortillas or lettuce wraps for gluten-free/low-carb options.
  • Crema can be made dairy-free using plant-based yogurt and coconut cream.
  • Keep tortillas warm before assembling to avoid breaking.

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