Description
Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos are a mouthwatering fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any meal. Juicy chicken is coated in a rich garlic butter honey BBQ sauce, wrapped in warm tortillas, and topped with fresh ingredients for a delightful culinary experience. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or preparing a quick weeknight dinner, these tacos are sure to impress everyone at the table. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, they offer convenience without sacrificing flavor. Customize them with your favorite toppings for endless variations that suit every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- ⅓ cup BBQ sauce
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Fresh toppings: shredded lettuce, cheese, diced red onion, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Season chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional chili powder in a mixing bowl.
- Cook seasoned chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in honey, BBQ sauce, and lemon juice; simmer until thickened.
- Toss sliced chicken with the sauce until well coated.
- Warm tortillas and assemble tacos with chicken and desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added spice, include jalapeños or hot sauce. Use different proteins like turkey or beef for variety.