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Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos garnished with fresh herbs and lime

Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos

These tacos feature chicken coated in a sweet and sticky garlic butter honey BBQ sauce, delivering a perfect balance of flavors wrapped in warm tortillas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Preparation
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Breasts give lean slices; thighs provide juicier shreds.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For initial searing to prevent sticking.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Basic seasoning.
  • 1 tsp paprika For dry rub flavor.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder For dry rub flavor.
  • 1 tsp onion powder For dry rub flavor.
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder (optional) For heat.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter Melts into a glossy sauce.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Adds fresh aroma.
  • 2 tbsp honey Balances acidity and helps glaze cling.
  • 0.33 cup BBQ sauce Select a balanced sauce.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Brightens the sauce.
Taco Assembly
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas Pick based on texture preference.
  • 0.5 cup shredded lettuce For moisture barrier.
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack) For creaminess.
  • 0.25 cup diced red onion For crunch.
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro For herbal lift.
  • lime wedges For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl combine olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder. Toss the chicken until evenly coated.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until it reaches 165°F internally. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice or shred.
Sauce Preparation
  1. Return the skillet to medium heat, melt butter, then add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Stir in honey, BBQ sauce, and lemon juice, simmering for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  3. Add sliced or shredded chicken to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
Assembly
  1. Warm tortillas briefly in a dry skillet for pliability.
  2. Assemble tacos by layering chicken, lettuce, cheese, onion, and cilantro in the tortillas. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

Store cooled cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For freezing, place in freezer-safe containers and freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently before serving.

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