Description
A fusion of bold flavors, these Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos combine savory garlic butter, sweet honey, and tangy BBQ sauce for an unforgettable taco experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or cotija)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, garlic, honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper.
- Place chicken in a shallow dish or resealable bag, and pour marinade over it. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor).
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
- Warm tortillas on a dry skillet or directly over the flame for a few seconds per side.
- Assemble tacos by layering lettuce or cabbage, diced tomatoes, and cheese on each tortilla.
- Top with sliced chicken, avocado, and cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add chipotle powder or a drizzle of hot sauce to the BBQ sauce mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken tacos, garlic butter, honey BBQ, fusion tacos