Chili Lime Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa
Chili Lime Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa are a delightful, vibrant twist on traditional tacos that will elevate any meal. Bursting with zesty chili lime flavors and complemented by sweet, smoky grilled pineapple salsa, these tacos are perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Quick to prepare in just 70 minutes, they offer a deliciously customizable experience—ideal for taco bars or family nights. Each bite is packed with fresh ingredients and lean protein, making them not only flavorful but also a healthy choice. Add some creamy avocado crema for an extra layer of indulgence and watch your guests rave about this tropical treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Recipe All Purpose Chili Lime Chicken
- 1 Recipe Grilled Pineapple Salsa
- 6–8 corn tortillas or 4 flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup Monterey or Pepper Jack cheese (optional)
- 1 medium avocado
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/4 tsp EACH ground cumin, garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Chili Lime Chicken and Grilled Pineapple Salsa according to their recipes.
- For the Avocado Crema: Blend avocado, sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, cumin, and garlic powder until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Warm the tortillas; top with chicken, salsa, and drizzle with avocado crema before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg