Teriyaki Chicken Tacos Pineapple (Print Format)
Fusion tacos with teriyaki-glazed chicken and grilled pineapple pear salsa. Sweet, savory, and absolutely delicious!
# Ingredients:
→ Teriyaki Chicken
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1 pound chicken breast, cut into uniform strips
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½ 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 and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Tropical Pineapple Pear Salsa
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1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
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1 ripe pear, diced
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¼ 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
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Taco Assembly
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8 small corn or flour tortillas (about 5-inch diameter)
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Shredded cabbage (optional)
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Sliced avocado (optional)
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Lime wedges for serving (optional)
# Steps:
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, minced garlic, honey, oil, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add the chicken strips and toss to coat evenly. Cover and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes - longer is even better for maximum flavor!
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Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill those diced pineapple pieces in a single layer for 2-3 minutes per side until they're beautifully caramelized with those gorgeous grill marks. Set aside to cool slightly.
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Grill the marinated chicken strips for 3-4 minutes per side until they're fully cooked with a nice char on the outside. Let them rest for a few minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces. The teriyaki glaze should be sticky and delicious!
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In a bowl, combine the grilled pineapple, diced pear, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and fresh cilantro. Season with salt and pepper, then stir everything together. This salsa is going to be the perfect sweet and spicy complement!
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Heat your tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side until they're warm, pliable, and lightly toasted. This makes them so much more delicious and easier to fold!
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Lay those warm tortillas flat and fill with the teriyaki chicken. Top with generous spoonfuls of that incredible pineapple pear salsa, and add any optional toppings like shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
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Arrange these beautiful tacos on a platter with extra lime wedges on the side. Get ready for the most amazing fusion of Hawaiian and Mexican flavors in every single bite!
# Tips:
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These tacos are like a tropical vacation in your mouth! The sweet teriyaki chicken pairs perfectly with the fresh, fruity salsa for an incredible flavor combination.
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Grilling the pineapple brings out its natural sweetness and adds those gorgeous caramelized flavors that make this salsa so special.
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The longer you can marinate the chicken, the better - even overnight will give you incredibly flavorful, tender results that are totally worth the wait!