Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos
Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos are a simple, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing meal ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, they combine sweet and savory chicken with fresh taco toppings for an irresistible dish.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces or thin strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder optional
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce your favorite
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas warm them up
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or green onions
- lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces or thin strips. In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder (if using).
- Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken in a single layer and cook for about 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if needed. Remove chicken and set aside to rest for a few minutes. Slice or shred chicken after resting.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, lower heat to medium. Add butter and let it melt. Add minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour in honey, BBQ sauce, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth and bubbly. Let the sauce simmer for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step 5: Return the sliced or shredded chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently until all chicken pieces are coated.
- Step 6: While the chicken is saucing, warm tortillas in a dry skillet, microwave, or over a gas burner.
- Step 7: Assemble tacos by spooning chicken into warm tortillas and topping with shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, diced red onion, and fresh cilantro.
- Step 8: Pile tacos on a plate and serve immediately with lime wedges for garnish.
Notes
Store leftover saucy chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Store chopped toppings in separate containers. Gently reheat chicken in a skillet or microwave. Cooked saucy chicken can be frozen for up to 2-3 months; thaw overnight before reheating.