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Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Delightful Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa, blending sweet and savory flavors, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine fusion
Servings 4 tacos
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Grill Pan

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • ½ cup teriyaki sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Pineapple Salsa

  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced or canned, drained
  • ½ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 unit jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped optional, for heat
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Tacos

  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage green or purple
  • for serving lime wedges
  • for garnish extra cilantro optional

Instructions
 

Marinating Chicken

  • In a large bowl, combine the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, ground ginger, and black pepper. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours in the fridge for more flavor.

Preparing Pineapple Salsa

  • In a medium bowl, mix diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.

Grilling Chicken

  • Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Once preheated, remove the chicken from the marinade (discard the marinade) and place the thighs on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes on one side until grill marks appear.
  • Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes.

Assembling Tacos

  • Warm the tortillas on the grill for 1-2 minutes per side until soft and pliable.
  • Slice the grilled chicken into strips. Assemble the tacos by placing a layer of shredded cabbage on each tortilla, followed by the chicken slices and topping with the pineapple salsa. Serve with lime wedges and extra cilantro for garnish.

Notes

Enjoy your tacos fresh!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g
Keyword easy recipe, grilled chicken, pineapple salsa, teriyaki tacos, weeknight meal
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