Honey Garlic Naan Chicken Tacos (Printable)

Tender honey-garlic chicken in warm naan with crisp tangy slaw for a fusion experience.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
03 - 1/2 tsp salt
04 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

→ Honey Garlic Sauce

05 - 3 tbsp honey
06 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
09 - 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

→ Slaw

10 - 2 cups shredded red cabbage
11 - 1 cup shredded carrots
12 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
14 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
15 - 1 tbsp lime juice
16 - 1 tsp honey
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Naan and Assembly

18 - 8 small garlic naan
19 - 1 tbsp butter, melted
20 - Extra chopped cilantro for garnish
21 - Lime wedges for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss the slaw with the dressing and set aside to marinate.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Sauté until golden and cooked through, approximately 6 to 7 minutes.
03 - In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and rice vinegar. Pour over the cooked chicken, stirring to coat evenly. Add the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken. Remove from heat.
04 - In a dry skillet or oven, warm the garlic naan until soft and pliable. Brush with melted butter if desired.
05 - Lay a warm naan flat, add a generous portion of honey-garlic chicken, top with slaw, and garnish with extra cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Fold and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Global Fusion: A unique blend of flavors that bridges the gap between Indian and Mexican cuisines.
  • Perfectly Balanced: The sweetness of the honey-garlic sauce is cut by the zest and crunch of the cabbage slaw.
  • Quick and Easy: With a total time of 45 minutes, it's an ideal choice for an impressive yet manageable weeknight dinner.
02 -
  • Manage the Naan: Warm the naan just until pliable; over-heating can make them stiff and difficult to fold.
  • Marination Time: Let the slaw sit for at least 15 minutes while you cook the chicken so the flavors can fully integrate.
  • Gluten-Free Swap: Use gluten-free flatbread and tamari in place of soy sauce to make this dish gluten-sensitive friendly.
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