Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos, a dish that seamlessly combines sweetness and savoriness for an irresistible culinary experience. These tacos are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, bringing your family together for a satisfying meal. With juicy chicken coated in a luscious garlic butter honey BBQ sauce, all wrapped in soft tortillas, these tacos promise to impress even the pickiest eaters. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this easy recipe that’s customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy them with your favorite toppings for a vibrant and flavorful feast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional, for heat)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- ⅓ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite variety)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional chili powder.
- Cook the seasoned chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add honey, BBQ sauce, and lemon juice; simmer for 2 minutes.
- Toss sliced chicken in the garlic butter sauce until well-coated.
- Warm tortillas briefly and assemble with shredded lettuce, saucy chicken mixture, cheese, diced red onion, and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg