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Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Pear Salsa

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Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Pear Salsa combine juicy, sticky-sweet teriyaki-glazed chicken with a vibrant, smoky fruit salsa in warm tortillas. This fusion taco recipe brings tropical flavor and ease to your weeknight meals.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for grilling or searing)
  • ½ pineapple, sliced
  • 1 ripe pear (e.g. Bosc or Anjou), sliced
  • ¼ red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt, to taste
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Shredded cabbage or lettuce (optional)
  • Sliced avocado (optional)
  • Extra teriyaki sauce (for drizzling)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: Coat the chicken in teriyaki sauce and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (or up to a few hours for deeper flavor).
  2. Grill the fruit: Preheat grill over medium heat. Grill pineapple and pear slices for 2–3 minutes per side until grill marks appear. Chop the grilled fruit into bite-size pieces.
  3. Make the salsa: In a bowl, combine chopped grilled pineapple and pear, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir well.
  4. Cook the chicken: In a hot grill or skillet with a bit of olive oil, cook the marinated chicken 5–6 minutes per side (depending on thickness), until cooked through and caramelized. Let rest a few minutes, then slice thinly.
  5. Warm tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or directly on the grill until warm and pliable.
  6. Assemble tacos: Fill each tortilla with sliced teriyaki chicken, spoonfuls of the grilled pineapple pear salsa, and optional toppings (cabbage, avocado). Drizzle extra teriyaki sauce and squeeze lime juice over the top.

Notes

  • Add chopped jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce to the salsa for heat.
  • Use shrimp, tofu, or pork instead of chicken for variation.
  • Serve in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
  • For creaminess, top with crumbled feta or cotija cheese.
  • Grill gives smoky depth, but you can skip it and dice fruits fresh if needed.

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