Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 Chicken Breasts (about 2 pounds)
• 1 Pineapple, diced (fresh or canned)
• 1 Red Onion, diced
• 2 Jalapeños, diced (seedless for less heat)
• 2 cups Shredded Lettuce
• 8 Soft Taco Shells (corn or flour)
• 1/2 cup Mexican-style Cream Cheese or Sour Cream
• Lime juice (to taste)
• Salt and Pepper (to taste)
• Avocado Oil or Cooking Oil (for frying)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 20 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Marinate chicken breasts with lime juice, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a pan and fry chicken breasts until fully cooked and slightly golden. Set aside to cool.
3. In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, red onion, and jalapeño. Mix well and set aside.
4. Shred lettuce and mix with cream cheese or sour cream. Set aside.
5. Warm the taco shells in the microwave or oven.
6. To assemble, place chicken in a taco shell, top with pineapple salsa and lettuce mixture.
7. Serve with a side of your favorite taco toppings (e.g., avocado, tomato, etc.).

Nutritional Information: (per serving)

• Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on the size of the chicken breasts and the amount of toppings)
• Protein: 30-40g
• Carbohydrates: 30-40g
• Fat: 20-30g (including saturated fat)

Dish Characteristics:

• Creative fusion of Mexican and American flavors.
• Pineapple salsa adds a unique and fresh taste to traditional tacos.
• Chicken provides a lean source of protein.
• Can be customized with various toppings to suit individual preferences.

User Comments:

1. "Love the combination of pineapple and tacos! So refreshing."
2. "The chicken was juicy and the pineapple salsa was a great addition."
3. "This dish was a hit with my family. The taco shells were crispy and the flavors were perfect."
4. "I added extra jalapeño for more heat, loved it!"
5. "Easy to make and tastes amazing. Will definitely make this again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh ingredients for best results. If unavailable, canned options can be used but may affect the flavor slightly.
• Adjust the heat level by adding or removing jalapeño seeds if desired.
• Taco shells can be warmed in the microwave for a quick and easy method, or in the oven for a crispier result.