Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Pear Salsa (Print version)
Grilled teriyaki chicken thighs tucked into warm tortillas with a smoky pineapple pear salsa, cabbage, and avocado. A sweet-savory taco that comes together in under an hour.
# Ingredients:
For the chicken
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1.5 lb (680 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs
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1/2 cup (120 ml) teriyaki sauce
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon neutral oil
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Salt and black pepper
For the salsa
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2 cups (300 g) fresh pineapple, cut into rings
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1 ripe Bartlett pear, diced
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1/4 cup (40 g) red onion, finely chopped
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1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
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Juice of 1 lime
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2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
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Salt to taste
To serve
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8 small flour or corn tortillas
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1 cup (70 g) shredded green cabbage
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1 avocado, sliced
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1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
# Instructions:
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Whisk teriyaki sauce with minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, and oil in a bowl. Add the chicken thighs and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
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Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the pineapple rings until dark char marks appear, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and let cool slightly, then dice into small pieces.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the grilled pineapple, diced pear, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro. Season with salt, toss well, and set aside.
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Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Grill over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
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Toast the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, until soft and pliable. Wrap in a clean towel to keep warm.
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Fill each tortilla with sliced chicken and a handful of shredded cabbage. Spoon the pineapple pear salsa on top and add avocado slices. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges.
# Good to know:
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Best served immediately while the tortillas are warm and the salsa is fresh.
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Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for the best flavor.