Description
Chili Lime Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa are a vibrant and flavorful dish that will transform your taco night into a culinary celebration. The zesty chili lime seasoning perfectly marinates juicy chicken, which is then topped with a fresh, smoky grilled pineapple salsa. This combination creates a deliciously balanced flavor profile that is sure to impress family and friends. Best of all, these tacos are easy to prepare, making them an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
- Chili Lime Chicken
- Grilled Pineapple Salsa
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Monterey or Pepper Jack cheese (optional)
- Avocado Crema (avocado, sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, cumin, garlic powder)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chili Lime Chicken and Grilled Pineapple Salsa as per their respective recipes.
- Make the Avocado Crema by blending avocado, sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, cumin, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Heat the tortillas until warm and slightly crispy.
- Assemble tacos by layering the chili lime chicken and grilled pineapple salsa on each tortilla. Drizzle with avocado crema before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the chili lime seasoning. Experiment with different toppings such as fresh cilantro or diced jalapeños for a spicy kick. These tacos can easily be made ahead of time; simply store components separately in the fridge.