Description
Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos are a mouthwatering delight that combines the rich flavors of garlic, butter, honey, and BBQ sauce. This recipe transforms simple chicken into tender, juicy tacos enveloped in a sweet and savory glaze, making them perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve with warm tortillas and colorful toppings for an unforgettable meal that brings friends and family together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup pure honey
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 8 tortillas (flour or corn)
- Fresh cilantro, diced onions, lime wedges
Instructions
- Rinse chicken breasts under cool water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add honey and BBQ sauce; stir until combined and slightly thickened.
- Nestle chicken in the sauce; cook for 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from skillet and shred using two forks.
- Warm tortillas on a skillet. Fill with shredded chicken, drizzle with extra sauce, and garnish with toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg