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Garlic Butter Honey BBQ Chicken Tacos

A flavorful combination of garlic, butter, honey, and BBQ sauce, all wrapped in soft taco shells for a delightful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • Taco shells
  • Toppings: shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, diced onions, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder.
  2. Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes per side.
  3. Prepare the garlic butter sauce by melting butter, then adding minced garlic and honey; cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Once cooked, slice or shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Coat the chicken with the garlic butter sauce.
  6. Assemble the tacos with chicken and favorite toppings.

Notes

For a different flavor, try grilled chicken or experiment with various toppings. Make sure to warm taco shells before serving.

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