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Sheet Pan Barbecue Chicken Tacos
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2
Place the chicken breasts in a large mixing bowl and massage with the olive oil, salt and pepper. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and lay chicken breasts on center of sheet.
3
Bake the chicken on middle rack of oven until it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F, about 35 minutes.
4
Check to see that chicken is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
5
Place the chicken on a cutting board and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces with two forks. Shred by holding one fork still and using the other to pull the shreds apart.
6
Mix the shredded chicken and the barbecue sauce in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
7
Toss together the cabbage, parsley, oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
8
Assemble each taco by layering chicken, cheese and slaw inside of a tortilla and serve warm.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pat Chicken Dry for Better Caramelization 🍗Use paper towels to thoroughly dry the chicken breasts before seasoning and placing on the sheet pan—this removes moisture that prevents proper browning and helps the barbecue sauce adhere better.
- Layer Your Barbecue Sauce Application 🎨Apply barbecue sauce in two stages: brush half on the chicken midway through cooking, then add the remaining half in the last 5 minutes to prevent burning while building concentrated flavor.
- Massage Cabbage with Salt and Vinegar 🥬Toss shredded green cabbage with a pinch of salt and rice vinegar 10-15 minutes before serving to soften the texture and develop a tangy, crisp slaw that balances the rich barbecue flavors.
- Space Chicken Evenly for Consistent Cooking ⚖️Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer with at least an inch between each piece to ensure even heat circulation and prevent steaming, resulting in perfectly cooked chicken throughout.
- Warm Tortillas Properly Before Serving 🔥Wrap flour tortillas in foil and warm them in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes, or char them quickly over a flame—warm tortillas are more pliable and enhance the overall taco experience.
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Diet at a Glance
High Protein
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