Blackened chicken tacos with pineapple salsa recipe will make any day feel like a fiesta! Healthy chicken breast is marinated in savory spices and herbs.
Add the Chicken Breast (1.5 lb) to a large resealable plastic bag.
STEP 2
Whisk the Smoked Paprika (3/4 tsp), Chili Powder (1 tsp), Ground Cumin (1 1/2 tsp), Onion Powder (1/2 tsp), Garlic Powder (1/2 tsp), Kosher Salt (3/4 tsp), and Freshly Ground Black Pepper (1/2 tsp) in a bowl.
STEP 3
Add the Dried Oregano (1/4 tsp), Cayenne Pepper (1/4 tsp), Honey (1 tsp), Lime Juice (2 Tbsp), Lime (1) and Olive Oil (2 Tbsp) into the bowl.
STEP 4
Pour the mix over the chicken in plastic bag. Coat the chicken evenly with the marinade.
STEP 5
Press out as much air as possible and seal. Allow to marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes or up to 1 hour. Refrigerate after 1 hour or marinate refrigerated overnight (1 day max). Meanwhile, make the salsa.
STEP 6
Stir the sliced Pineapple (1 cup), Tomato (1 cup), Red Onion (1/4 cup), Jalapeño Pepper (2 Tbsp), Lime Juice (2 Tbsp), Lime (1) , Fresh Cilantro (1/4 cup) in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
STEP 7
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to hot pan, cook for 5 minutes without moving. Flip the chicken over, lower the heat to medium and cook 4 to 6 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink or internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
STEP 8
Remove pan to cutting board and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
STEP 9
Heat 6-Inch Corn Tortilla (8) in a pan to rewarm.
STEP 10
Thinly slice chicken lengthwise into long strips. Fill tortillas with chicken, salsa and any additional topping. Serve with lime wedges if desired and enjoy!