As a busy mom juggling family, work, and everything in between, preparing a delicious meal in a flash is a skill worth mastering. Enter the 15-Minute BBQ Chicken Tacos!

A speedy, flavor-packed dinner option that’s bound to become a family favorite. These tacos combine tender shredded chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, and a refreshing coleslaw for a delightful crunch.

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Follow along to create this easy and satisfying meal.

Gather Your Ingredients

Before you dive into cooking, make sure you have everything you need. This will save time and make the process smoother.

Ingredients Checklist:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
• 8 small corn or flour tortillas
• 2 cups coleslaw mix
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: chopped cilantro for garnish

Prepare Your Chicken

The key to these quick tacos is pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken. If you don’t have pre-cooked chicken on hand, quickly poach the chicken while you prepare other components.

1. Shred the Chicken: If using a rotisserie chicken, carefully remove the skin and bones, then shred the meat using two forks.
2. Warm the Chicken: Place the shredded chicken in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Add BBQ Sauce: Pour in the BBQ sauce, stirring until the chicken is well-coated and heated through. Keep it warm over low heat as you prep other ingredients.

Make the Zingy Coleslaw

This coleslaw adds a refreshing crunch that pairs perfectly with the BBQ chicken. It’s simple to whip up while the chicken is warming.

1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and honey.
2. Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper, adjusting to your preference.
3. Toss the Slaw: Mix everything until the coleslaw is nicely coated and well-blended.

Assemble Your Tacos

Once the chicken and coleslaw are ready, it’s time to assemble your tacos. This part is quick and exciting, as you’ll see your meal come together beautifully.

1. Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, or microwave them for about 20 seconds to make them pliable.
2. Layer the Tacos: On each tortilla, place a generous portion of BBQ chicken followed by a scoop of the coleslaw.
3. Garnish: If desired, top with chopped cilantro for a burst of freshness.

Enjoy Your Creation

These BBQ Chicken Tacos are now ready to serve! Perfect for busy weeknights, they’re best enjoyed immediately with your favorite cold beverage.

Cooking Tips & Notes

• Experiment with Sauces: Feel free to try different BBQ sauces for varying flavor profiles. Smoky, sweet, or spicy — the choice is yours!
• Coleslaw Variations: Add a bit of diced jalapeño to the coleslaw for an extra kick if your family likes it spicy.
• Storage Tips: If you have leftovers, store the chicken and coleslaw separately in the fridge. Consume within 2 days for best quality.

15-Minute BBQ Chicken Tacos

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Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 8 small corn or flour tortillas
• 2 cups coleslaw mix
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1️⃣ Shred cooked chicken using two forks.2️⃣ In a skillet, heat the shredded chicken over medium heat.3️⃣ Add BBQ sauce to the chicken, stirring until coated and warm.4️⃣ In a bowl, mix coleslaw, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and honey.5️⃣ Season the coleslaw with salt and pepper to taste.6️⃣ Heat tortillas in a skillet or microwave.7️⃣ Assemble tacos with BBQ chicken, slaw, and optional cilantro garnish.

Notes

• Double the recipe if you’re feeding more than four.
• Serve with fresh lime wedges for added zest.
• For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas.