Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa pairs lime-onion–marinated grilled chicken with a bright mix of pineapple, tomato, and cilantro for a lively sweet-tart bite. Warm tortillas cradle juicy slices of chicken, crisp lettuce, and a drizzle of Sriracha, making a vibrant, fresh dinner perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 49 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 34
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 31
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 59
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, 1/2 cup diced red onion, pineapple, and cilantro. Add 1 tablespoon lime juice, salt, and sugar; toss to mix. Cover the salsa with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- 2
Put the remaining red onion into a small food processor bowl. Add the juice of one lime and process until finely ground, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Place the chicken strips in a shallow dish. Spread the onion mixture over the chicken, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- 4
Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat, about 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly oil the grill.
- 5
Cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove to a plate.
- 6
Lightly brown the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Drain the salsa.
- 7
Thinly slice the chicken against the grain. Arrange the tortillas on plates, then top with lettuce, chicken, pineapple salsa, and Sriracha sauce.
- Calories 361.61 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 32.46 g Good Source 65%
- Carbohydrate 45.94 g 17%
- Total Fat 5.36 g Moderate 7%
- Saturated Fat 1.21 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 70.37 mg High 23%
- Sodium 675.03 mg High 29%
- Dietary Fiber 3.66 g Moderate 13%
- Total Sugars 8.05 g --
- Added Sugars 0.14 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 125.43 mg Low Source 10%
- Iron 2.97 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 248.17 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 47.08 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 19.04 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Breast, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Cilantro, and Lime. Each serving provides about 361.61 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Breast, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Cilantro, Lime, Lime Juice. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa?
- About 40 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 361.61 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa healthy?
- Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 361.61 calories and 32.46 g of protein, or 65% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 675.03 mg (29% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.21 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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