Sweet BBQ Chicken Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Sweet BBQ Chicken Tacos are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, combining tender chicken with a rich, sweet barbecue sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this tacos recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

The preparation is simple and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile option for any taco night.

Easy Sweet BBQ Chicken Tacos

This recipe features shredded chicken coated in a sweet barbecue sauce, served in soft tortillas and topped with fresh ingredients like coleslaw and cilantro. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup sweet barbecue sauce
8 small flour or corn tortillas
1 cup coleslaw mix
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the Chicken: In a medium saucepan, add the chicken breasts and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until cooked through. Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
Mix with BBQ Sauce: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the sweet barbecue sauce. Stir until the chicken is well coated.
Warm the Tortillas: In a skillet, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Place a generous portion of the BBQ chicken mixture on each tortilla. Top with coleslaw mix, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeños if desired.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos immediately while warm, with extra barbecue sauce on the side if desired.