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Crispy Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
Enjoy these crispy, flavorful chicken tacos drizzled with honey and smoky chipotle sauce, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • as needed oil Oil for frying (Enough to submerge chicken)
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 2-3 tablespoons chipotle sauce (Adjust to taste)
  • to taste cilantro Fresh cilantro, chopped (For garnish)
  • to taste lime wedges Lime wedges (For serving)

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  • Mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  • Heat oil in a pan. Coat chicken in flour mixture and fry until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Mix honey and chipotle sauce to make the sauce.
  • Warm tortillas, assemble with chicken, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Adjust the amount of chipotle sauce for desired heat level.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, chipotle, honey, tacos