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Next Level Grilled Chicken Tacos with Fresh Fig & Plum Salsa

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Elevate your taco game with tender grilled chicken topped with a vibrant fig and plum salsa, perfect for a flavorful and colorful meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 pound chicken tenderloins (tendons removed)
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground kashmiri chiles ((or half paprika; half cayenne pepper))
  • 1/4 teaspoon chipotle pepper (ground dried chipotle peppers, more if spicy)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Fruits

  • 8 medium fresh figs ((ripe Mission Figs, or your favorite))
  • 2 large ripe plums (use one red and one black for color contrast)

Salsa & Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar (without caramel color)
  • 2 teaspoons pure cane sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup sweet Vadalia onion (peeled, 1/4" dice)
  • 1 tablespoon scallions (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (peeled and finely grated or minced)
  • 2 pinches chipotle pepper (or to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons raw honey
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Tortillas & Greens

  • 6-8 inch corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup organic greens

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken with spices and olive oil, then grill until cooked through.
  • Prepare the fig and plum salsa by chopping fruits and mixing with balsamic, honey, onion, garlic, and herbs.
  • Warm tortillas and assemble tacos with grilled chicken, salsa, and greens.

Notes

For extra spice, add more chipotle or chili powder to the marinade.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: chicken, figs, Plums, tacos