Honey Garlic Naan Chicken Tacos (Printable Version)

Honey-garlic glazed chicken in soft naan with fresh slaw. A delicious Indian-Mexican fusion ready in 45 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Honey Garlic Chicken

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 3 tbsp honey
05 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
06 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
07 - 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
08 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Cabbage Slaw

09 - 2 cups finely shredded green cabbage
10 - 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
11 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
12 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
13 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
15 - 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
16 - 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Garlic Naan

18 - 8 small garlic naan breads
19 - 2 tbsp melted butter
20 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
21 - 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Optional Toppings

22 - Sliced jalapeños
23 - Fresh lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Combine green and purple cabbage, carrot, red onion, and cilantro in a large bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss dressing with vegetables until evenly coated. Refrigerate until service.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. Sauté until golden and cooked through, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Push chicken to pan side; add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Toss chicken in sauce and simmer 2 to 3 minutes until sticky and glazed.
03 - Mix melted butter with minced garlic and chopped cilantro. Brush both sides of naan with garlic butter mixture. Warm naan in a dry skillet or preheated oven until soft and heated through.
04 - Lay out garlic naan and fill each with honey garlic chicken and a generous spoonful of slaw. Add optional toppings as desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Succulent honey-garlic glazed chicken nestled in soft garlic naan.
  • A fresh and crunchy slaw that provides a vibrant, tangy contrast.
  • An irresistible fusion of Indian and Mexican cuisines.
  • Quick and medium difficulty, ready to serve in 45 minutes.
02 -
  • Refrigerate the slaw before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly.
  • Don't skip brushing the naan with garlic butter, as it keeps the bread soft and adds essential flavor.
  • Ensure the skillet is hot before adding the chicken to achieve a golden-brown sear before glazing.
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