Honey Garlic Naan Chicken Tacos (Printable Version)

Succulent honey-garlic chicken in soft naan with crunchy slaw—a delicious Indian-Mexican fusion ready in 45 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Honey Garlic Chicken

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

→ 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 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
15 - 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
16 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Garlic Naan

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

→ Optional Toppings

22 - Sliced jalapeños
23 - Fresh lime wedges

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, julienned carrot, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro. In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate until assembly.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Push cooked chicken to one side of the pan. Add minced garlic and ginger to the empty space, cooking for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar into the pan. Stir chicken into the sauce and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until glazed and sticky.
03 - Combine melted butter with minced garlic and chopped cilantro in a small bowl. Brush the garlic butter mixture over both sides of each naan bread. Warm naan in a dry skillet or preheated oven until soft and heated through, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Lay out warm garlic naan breads. Fill each naan with honey garlic chicken and a generous portion of cabbage slaw. Top with jalapeños if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fusion Flavor: A unique blend of sweet honey-garlic glaze and savory garlic naan.
  • Perfect Texture: Combines tender chicken with a crisp, refreshing cabbage slaw.
  • Quick and Easy: A complete, sophisticated meal prepared in under an hour.
02 -
  • Sticky Sauce: Simmer the sauce for a full 2–3 minutes to achieve the desired sticky glaze.
  • Fresh Aromatics: Using fresh ginger and garlic instead of powder provides a more vibrant and authentic flavor profile.
  • Naan Prep: Warming the naan in a dry skillet after buttering it ensures it stays soft rather than becoming soggy.
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