Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos, a perfect blend of sweet and savory wrapped in warm tortillas. This dish features juicy chicken coated in a rich garlic butter honey BBQ sauce that elevates your taco night to new heights. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a festive gathering, these tacos are quick to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike.
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.
- Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in honey, BBQ sauce, and lemon juice; simmer until thickened.
- Toss sliced chicken in the sauce until well coated.
- Warm tortillas and assemble with chicken mixture and desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg