Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos: Sweet, Savory & Irresistible! These delightful tacos are perfect for any occasion, offering a harmonious blend of sweet honey and rich garlic-infused BBQ sauce enveloped around tender chicken. Ideal for both quick weeknight dinners and casual gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable with your favorite toppings. Serve these tacos with fresh sides or creative garnishes for a complete meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- ⅓ cup BBQ sauce
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Fresh toppings (shredded lettuce, cheese, diced red onion, cilantro)
Instructions
- Season chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional chili powder.
- Cook seasoned chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. 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 slightly thickened.
- Toss sliced chicken in the warm sauce until well-coated.
- Warm tortillas and assemble by layering with shredded lettuce and saucy chicken strips. Top with cheese, red onion, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg