Description

Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos are a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors that elevate any meal. Imagine tender chicken coated in a rich garlic butter honey BBQ sauce, wrapped in warm tortillas and loaded with your favorite toppings. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these tacos are not just easy to make but also highly customizable to satisfy all taste buds.

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 chili powder (if using).
Cook seasoned chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked; let rest before slicing.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add honey, BBQ sauce, and lemon juice; simmer for 2 minutes.
Combine 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: 1 taco (135g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Marinate the chicken for enhanced flavor. Use high-quality BBQ sauce for best results. Experiment with various toppings like avocado or jalapeños for added flair.