Rum-Lime Chicken Tacos with Pineapple & Pickled Red Onion

The rum should provide a subtle caramelized sweetness rather than a boozy flavor. The combination of rum, lime, pineapple, and chicken gives the tacos a light Caribbean feel while staying fresh and summery. 🌮🥃🍍

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Marinate the chicken Combine the rum, lime juice, smoked paprika, cumin, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the chicken and mix well. Marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3–4 hours.

Step 2

Prepare the pickled onion Mix the sliced red onion with the lime juice and a pinch of salt. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Make the lime yogurt Combine the Greek yogurt with the juice of half a lime. Season lightly with salt.

Step 4

Cook the chicken Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6–8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.

Step 5

Warm the tacos Heat the tacos briefly in a dry pan or according to the package instructions.

Step 6

Assemble Fill each taco with lettuce or cabbage. Add the chicken, pineapple, and pickled red onion. Finish with a spoonful of lime yogurt.

Step 7

Optional garnish Fresh coriander (cilantro) Sliced jalapeños Extra lime wedges