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Blackened Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa: A Flavor Explosion!

Blackened Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
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These tacos bring back memories of warm summer evenings spent by the grill with family. The sweet and spicy flavors remind me of my mother’s cooking—simple ingredients, bold taste, and a lot of love. It’s a dish that makes everyone smile. Try this for your next dinner—you might just find a new favorite!

Ingredients

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For the Blackened Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

  • ½ tsp dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pineapple Salsa:

  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced

  • ½ red onion, finely chopped

  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

  • Pinch of salt

For the Tacos:

  • 6 small corn or flour tortillas

  • ½ cup shredded cabbage (optional for crunch)

  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken: Mix all spices. Coat chicken with olive oil and rub with spice blend. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, until blackened and cooked through.

  • Make the Salsa: In a bowl, combine pineapple, onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.

  • Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas, slice the chicken, and fill each taco with chicken, salsa, and cabbage. Add a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Notes

  • Use grilled chicken for a smoky flavor.

  • Swap pineapple with mango for a twist.

  • These tacos taste even better with a squeeze of fresh lime right before serving.

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