Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos. Juicy chicken is enveloped in a rich, sweet-savory garlic butter honey BBQ sauce and wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this easy recipe guarantees satisfaction for everyone at the table. Customize your tacos with a variety of toppings, making them a versatile choice for family dinners or casual get-togethers. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, you’ll have a mouthwatering meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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 seasoned chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic before adding honey and BBQ sauce. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss sliced chicken in the garlic butter honey BBQ sauce until well coated.
- Assemble tacos with tortillas and desired toppings; serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American/Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Experiment with different BBQ sauces for unique flavors. Add sliced avocado or jalapeños for extra richness and heat.