Here’s a sweet, savory, and slightly smoky Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa—a fun fusion-style taco recipe:
🌮🍍 Teriyaki Chicken Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa
🧾 Ingredients
For the teriyaki chicken:
- 500g chicken breast or thighs, sliced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey (or brown sugar)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
For the grilled pineapple salsa:
- 1½ cups fresh pineapple slices
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small chili or jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Pinch of salt
For serving:
- Small tortillas (flour or corn)
- Shredded cabbage or lettuce (optional crunch)
- Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the teriyaki sauce
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Bring to a simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until slightly thickened. Set aside.
2. Cook the chicken
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken pieces until browned and fully cooked.
- Pour teriyaki sauce over chicken and toss until well coated and glossy.
3. Grill the pineapple salsa
- Grill or pan-sear pineapple slices until caramelized (about 2–3 minutes per side).
- Chop pineapple and mix with red onion, chili, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
4. Assemble tacos
- Warm tortillas.
- Add shredded cabbage (optional).
- Top with teriyaki chicken.
- Spoon grilled pineapple salsa over the top.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or extra cilantro.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add avocado slices for creaminess.
- Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for variation.
- Use spicy teriyaki sauce if you like heat.
- Char tortillas slightly for extra flavor.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with coconut rice or a light slaw
- Great for parties or taco nights
- Pair with iced lime water or a light citrus drink
If you want, I can give you a low-carb lettuce wrap version, a meal prep bowl version, or a street-style spicy version with extra glaze 👍