Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Tacos (Print-Friendly Version)
Teriyaki-glazed chicken, juicy pineapple salsa, and warm tortillas combine for a bright fusion meal.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Chicken and Marinade
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1 pound chicken breast, cut into uniform strips
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1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
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2 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon neutral oil
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Pineapple Pear Salsa
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1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
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1 ripe pear, diced
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1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
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1 jalapeño, finely diced
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Juice of 1 lime
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2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Assembly
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8 small tortillas (corn or wheat, about 5 inches diameter)
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Shredded cabbage (optional)
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Sliced avocado (optional)
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Lime wedges (optional)
# How to Make It:
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In a bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, minced garlic, honey, neutral oil, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken strips and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill diced pineapple in a single layer for 2 to 3 minutes per side until lightly caramelized. Remove and set aside.
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Remove marinated chicken from refrigerator. Place strips on preheated grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until fully cooked and lightly charred. Allow chicken to rest before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
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In a bowl, combine grilled pineapple, diced pear, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and black pepper, then mix well to integrate all components.
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Heat tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side until pliable and lightly toasted.
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Lay warm tortillas flat and fill with grilled chicken. Top with generous spoonfuls of pineapple pear salsa and, if desired, add shredded cabbage, sliced avocado, and a squeeze of lime.
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Arrange filled tacos on a serving platter and serve with extra lime wedges if desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Marinating the chicken amplifies flavor and ensures tenderness; extend marination for enhanced results.
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The amount of jalapeño may be adjusted to suit spice preferences.