Tacos de pollo con mantequilla de ajo, miel y salsa barbacoa

Ingredientes

• 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, for heat)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1/3 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite variety)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 8 small flour or corn tortillas
• 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
• Lime wedges

Preparación

1. 1

   In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional chili powder. Add chicken and coat evenly.

2. 2

   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F). Let rest before slicing.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in honey and BBQ sauce; simmer for about 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Toss sliced chicken in the warm sauce until well coated.

5. 5

   Warm tortillas briefly and assemble by layering with lettuce, saucy chicken, cheese, onion, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.