Can I make these tacos ahead of time?

Absolutely! Grill the chicken and prep the salsa in advance—just store them separately. Ingredients like avocado and warm tortillas are best added right before serving to keep everything fresh and lively.

I don’t have a grill. Can I cook the chicken another way?

No problem. Sear the chicken in a hot skillet or bake it in the oven at 400°F until cooked through. You’ll still get loads of smoky flavor thanks to the chipotle seasoning.

What other salsas work well with chipotle chicken?

Mango salsa or a zesty tomato salsa are wonderful variations. Even a quick onion and cucumber relish steps in nicely if you’re out of pineapple.

Are these tacos gluten-free?

Yes, just use corn tortillas or lettuce wraps instead of flour tortillas, and check seasoning labels if you’re highly sensitive.

Easy Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Description

These easy Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa combine smoky grilled chicken, a vibrant and zesty pineapple salsa, creamy avocado, and queso fresco, all wrapped in soft tortillas or fresh lettuce wraps. The balance of spicy and sweet flavors makes them an irresistible and healthy weeknight dinner choice.

Ingredients

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For the Smoky Chipotle Chicken

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 tablespoon Smoky Chipotle Seasoning
1 tablespoon avocado oil

For the Pineapple Salsa

1 cup diced fresh pineapple
1/3 cup finely diced red pepper
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 1/2 tablespoons finely diced jalapeno
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt, to season

For the Tacos

1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
1 avocado, sliced
10 tortillas or lettuce wraps

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Instructions

Prepare the Pineapple Salsa: In a medium bowl, add diced pineapple, red pepper, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno, minced garlic, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Use a spoon to mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine the Smoky Chipotle Seasoning and avocado oil. Stir well. Rub this mixture evenly over the entire surface of the chicken breasts.
Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F). Oil the grill grates or use nonstick spray. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill. Cook each side for 4-6 minutes, depending on thickness, until the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice char.
Rest and Chop Chicken: Remove the chicken from the grill and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Chop the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces for tacos.
Assemble the Tacos: Place about 1/3 cup chopped chicken onto each tortilla or lettuce wrap. Top with about 1/4 cup of pineapple salsa, 1 tablespoon crumbled queso fresco, and a few slices of avocado.
Serve: Serve the tacos immediately while fresh, garnished with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.

Notes

You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if preferred for juicier meat.
Make the pineapple salsa ahead of time for deeper flavor.
For a low-carb option, use lettuce wraps instead of tortillas.
Adjust the level of jalapeno in the salsa to make it more or less spicy.
If you don’t have a grill, the chicken can also be cooked on a stovetop grill pan or baked in the oven.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 195
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 32mg