Bangin’ BBQ Chicken Tacos
Find the perfect street food recipe for your next party with this easy-to-follow guide to making mouthwatering Bangin' BBQ Chicken Tacos that taste even better at home!
Allergens
Gluten in some tortilla options (e.g., flour tortillas); milk in optional feta cheese.
Ingredients
- 8 large bone
- in, skin
- on chicken thighs 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1/3 cup ketchup 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp paprika 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder Salt and black pepper, to taste 8 small corn or flour tortillas Optional: sliced red onion, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, crumbled feta cheese, lime wedges, hot sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to make the BBQ sauce. Reserve 1 cup for serving.
- Place chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, pour remaining BBQ sauce over them, massage it into the chicken, cover, and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium high heat (about 375°F). Remove chicken from marinade, let excess drip off, and place on grill. Grill chicken, turning occasionally, until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F), about 20 minutes.
- While the chicken cooks, warm tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side, or in a dry pan over medium heat.
- Remove chicken from grill and shred with two forks. Toss with reserved BBQ sauce to coat.
- Serve chicken in warm tortillas with desired toppings and extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Chef’s Insight
The key to great BBQ is using good-quality ingredients and cooking them with love.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with grilled or sautéed vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.