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Hawaiian Chicken Thigh Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

ready in 15 minutes

Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Spicy

Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
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Get in on some delicious island life, unfortunately sans sun and sand. Tomato and pineapple combine powers for a sweet and acid-y topping for seasoned chicken, for tacos you'll love saying aloha to.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 14 oz. Diced Chicken Thighs
  • 1 Onion
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    6 Small Flour Tortillas
  • 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
  • 3 oz. Pineapple Chunks
  • 1 Lime
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    2 oz. Shredded Cheddar Cheese
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    ½ oz. Crispy Jalapenos
  • 2 tsp. Cajun Seasoning

Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.

  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    740
  • Carbohydrates
    66g
  • Net Carbs
    61g
  • Fat
    28g
  • Protein
    53g
  • Sodium
    1320mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Prepare Ingredients and Cook Chicken

    Halve and peel onion. Slice halves into thin strips.

    Pat diced chicken dry.

    If using chicken breasts, pat dry and, on a separate cutting board, cut into 1" dice.

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add diced chicken and onion to hot pan and stir occasionally until chicken is lightly browned and reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 5-7 minutes.

    If using chicken breasts, add 2 tsp. olive oil and follow the same instructions.

    Remove from burner and stir in Cajun seasoning (to taste) and a pinch of salt and pepper.

    While chicken cooks, prepare ingredients.

  2. 2

    Prepare Remaining Ingredients and Make Salsa

    Quarter lime.

    Coarsely chop pineapple.

    Halve tomatoes.

    Combine tomato, pineapple, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Warm the Tortillas

    Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave, 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Finish the Dish

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, filling tortillas with chicken and topping with cheese and salsa. Crush crispy jalapeños and garnish tacos (to taste). Squeeze lime wedges over to taste. Bon appétit!

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