Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos, where tender chicken meets a luscious garlic butter honey BBQ sauce, all enveloped in warm tortillas. This irresistible recipe is perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or a fun taco night with friends. Combining sweet, smoky, and savory tastes, these tacos are sure to become a favorite at your table. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, they cater to busy weeknights while allowing for endless customization with fresh toppings. Enjoy a burst of flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- ⅓ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite variety)
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 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)
- 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 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. Stir in honey, BBQ sauce, and lemon juice; simmer until slightly 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 American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg