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Smoky Honey BBQ Shredded Chicken Tacos

Tender shredded chicken tossed in a sticky, sweet and smoky homemade BBQ sauce, served in warm corn tortillas with fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican Fusion
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Sauce
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 0.33 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
Assembly
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups iceberg lettuce shredded
  • 1 cup tomatoes diced
  • 0.5 cup Cotija cheese crumbled
  • 0.25 cup cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet or pot
  • Forks for shredding
  • Small frying pan
  • Chef's knife
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Place chicken breasts in a large pot, cover with water, and boil until cooked through (approx 15-20 mins). Drain and shred with forks.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, honey, vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the sauce into a skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken and toss to coat. Simmer for 5-8 minutes until sauce is thick and sticky.
  4. Warm corn tortillas in a lightly oiled pan over medium-high heat until pliable and slightly charred.
  5. Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with BBQ chicken, then topping with lettuce, tomatoes, Cotija cheese, and cilantro.
  6. Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges.

Notes

For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped chipotles to the sauce. Leftover meat stores well for 4 days.