Description
These Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos are a flavor explosion that combines tender shredded chicken with a rich, sweet, and smoky sauce, wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with fresh ingredients. Perfect for a taco night or a quick weeknight meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, avocado, cilantro, or jalapeños
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the BBQ sauce and honey, mixing well to combine.
- Add the cooked shredded chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce, heating through.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet until pliable.
- Spoon the saucy chicken mixture onto each tortilla.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and any additional toppings you desire.
- For a crispy texture, lightly toast the filled tortillas in a little butter or oil before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free tortillas or lettuce wraps. Customize the heat level by adding hot sauce or diced jalapeños to the chicken mixture. These tacos can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos, BBQ Chicken Tacos, Easy Taco Recipe