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 mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Resting Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course main dish
Cuisine fusion
Servings 4 tacos
Calories 350 kcal
grill
mixing bowl
Grill Pan
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
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.
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