Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos
Indulge in the delightful combination of savory and sweet with these Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe features juicy chicken enveloped in a rich garlic butter honey BBQ sauce that elevates traditional tacos to gourmet status. The warm tortillas and fresh toppings create a satisfying meal everyone will love. With just a handful of ingredients and quick preparation, you can enjoy a flavorful dish that’s both comforting and impressive. Get ready to impress your family or guests with these easy-to-make tacos that will surely become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
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
- 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 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. Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in honey, BBQ sauce, and lemon juice; simmer for 2 minutes.
- Toss sliced chicken in the warm sauce until well coated.
- Warm tortillas and assemble tacos with chicken mixture and desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg