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Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos Recipe

Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos Recipe
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These Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos are a delicious fusion of sweet and savory flavors, combining tender chicken breast or thighs cooked to perfection in a rich garlic butter honey BBQ sauce. Served on warm tortillas with fresh lettuce, cheese, red onion, and cilantro, they offer a perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and fresh elements for an irresistible meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 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)

Sauce

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • ⅓ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite variety)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Assembly

  • 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

  1. Season the chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken breasts or thighs with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional chili powder. Toss thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the seasoned chicken in the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and no longer pink inside. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  3. Prepare the sauce: Using the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Stir in the honey, BBQ sauce, and lemon juice, then let the sauce simmer gently for 2 minutes until it slightly thickens.
  4. Toss chicken in sauce: Slice or shred the rested chicken and add it back into the skillet with the warm garlic butter honey BBQ sauce. Toss well to coat each piece evenly with the flavorful sauce.
  5. Assemble the tacos: Warm the tortillas until soft and pliable. To each tortilla, add a layer of shredded lettuce, then the saucy BBQ chicken, followed by shredded cheese, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing on top to add a fresh zing. Enjoy immediately!

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the chili powder or add a dash of hot sauce to the BBQ sauce.
  • Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
  • Leftover chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently in a pan.
  • Feel free to swap honey with maple syrup for a different sweet flavor profile.
  • To keep it low fat, reduce the butter amount to 2 tablespoons or use a light margarine alternative.

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