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A platter of blackened chicken tacos filled with diced pineapple, red onions, and cilantro. Sliced avocados and tomatoes surround the tacos. Fresh limes and a jar of salsa are nearby. A yellow napkin and green leaves are visible in the background.
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Blackened Chicken Tacos

These Blackened Chicken Tacos are the perfect summer staple. They’re spicy, sweet, and easily made in the air fryer. With a homemade salsa and a blackening seasoning that goes on everything, this is one taco recipe you'll want to save. 
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 12 tacos
Calories: 120kcal
Author: Danielle Lima

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast, raw
  • 1 tbsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp.. salt
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 to 1 tsp.  tsp cayenne pepper

Pineapple Salsa

  • 1 cup  (150g) chopped pineapple
  • 2 medium vine tomatoes (200g)
  • 1/2 cup (50g) thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (loosely packed)
  • 1/2 tbsp. lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp. salt

Tacos

  • La Banderita Carb Counter Snack Size Tortillas
  • thinly sliced cabbage
  • fresh chopped cilantro
  • crema sauce of choice

Instructions

  • You will want to prep your salsa first and let it set in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. Using a cutting board, chop all of your salsa ingredients and add them to a large bowl. Top with salt and lime. Cover, shake together well, and place in the fridge to marinate. 
  • Preheat the air fryer and prep your chicken and cut it into thin strips. For instructions on how to cook in the oven or BBQ see the above section. Add all the blackened seasoning ingredients to a bowl and combine with the chicken. Place chicken strips in a single layer to the air fryer pan and cook at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 minutes until cooked through.
  • Brown your tortillas over medium-high heat. We like to throw them directly onto the stovetop flame. You can also broil them in the oven or toss them on the BBQ until they have dark golden brown marks. Top the tortillas with cabbage, Air Fryer Blackened Chicken, pineapple salsa, fresh cilantro, lime juice and crema.
    Serve: this recipe makes 12 snack size tacos using La Banderita Snack Size tortillas. 1 tortilla, pinch of cabbage, approximately 1.5 oz. cooked chicken and approximately 30 grams of salsa.

Notes

  • All nutrition facts are an estimate and will change with any substitutions. These facts include tortillas mentioned. 
  • Use chicken thighs or tenders for more flavor. 
  • Always place chicken in an even layer in the air fryer so they cook evenly. You may have to work in batches. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1taco | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 1409mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 7g
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