BBQ Chicken Tacos

Craving a bold and savory twist on taco night? These BBQ Chicken Tacos are your new go-to! Juicy chicken marinated in sweet, smoky BBQ sauce is grilled to perfection and paired with fresh toppings and a creamy cilantro lime drizzle. Whether you’re firing up the grill or using your crockpot, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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BBQ Chicken Tacos

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Easy, flavorful tacos made with BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, and creamy cilantro lime sauce.

• Author: Chef Rina
• Prep Time: 15minutes
• Cook Time: 15minutes
• Total Time: 30minutes
• Yield: 4 1x
• Category: Lunch
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

• 2/3 cup barbecue sauce, divided

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped

• 1/3 cup red onion, chopped

• 15 oz can black or pinto beans, rinsed and drained

• 15 oz can corn, drained

• 1 avocado, peeled, cored and sliced

• 12 corn tortillas or small flour tortillas

• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for topping

Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce:

• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream

• 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

• 1 tbsp lime juice

• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. In a ziplock bag, combine chicken and 1/3 cup BBQ sauce. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 hours.

2. Mix all ingredients for the cilantro lime sauce until smooth. Chill until ready to serve.

3. Preheat grill and coat lightly with cooking spray. Grill chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, flipping once, until internal temperature hits 165°F. Remove, brush with remaining BBQ sauce, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice or shred.

4. Warm tortillas on the grill or in a skillet.

5. To assemble, layer chopped chicken, corn, beans, tomatoes, and avocado in each tortilla. Drizzle with BBQ sauce and cilantro lime sauce.

6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

Serving size is approximately 3 tacos. Use canned, frozen, or fresh grilled corn. Add in extra vegetables like lettuce or grilled zucchini for variety. For a vegetarian version, substitute tofu. To keep it gluten-free, opt for corn tortillas and GF BBQ sauce. To use a crockpot, cook chicken with BBQ sauce for 4–6 hours. The chicken and veggies can be prepped in advance. Store leftovers separately and freeze chicken for up to two months.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 4
• Calories: 688kcal
• Sugar: 24g
• Sodium: 1229mg
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Trans Fat: 0.02g
• Carbohydrates: 102g
• Fiber: 19g
• Protein: 43g
• Cholesterol: 74mg

Keywords: black beans, ranch dressing, bbq sauce, white corn tortillas, chicken thighs, red wine vinegar, homemade bbq sauce, mango salsa, brown sugar, rotisserie chicken, corn salsa, purple cabbage

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• Try our smoky twist on a classic with Grilled Chicken Street Tacos.
• Level up comfort food with the BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich.
• Keep it fresh and hearty with our BBQ Chicken Salad Recipe.
• Heat things up with Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings.
• Add zest to your grill with Spicy Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken.
• Go tropical with Grilled Mango Pineapple Chicken.
• Keep it light with our Healthy Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Bowl.
• Enjoy takeout at home with Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Panda Express.
• Satisfy pasta cravings with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta.

Final Thoughts on BBQ Chicken Tacos

These BBQ Chicken Tacos are the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and creamy—all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or your next cookout, they’re simple, customizable, and always delicious. Fire up your grill or crockpot and make these a regular part of your meal rotation.

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