Honey Garlic Naan Chicken Tacos (Printable Version)

Tender honey-garlic chicken meets warm naan and crisp slaw in this fusion favorite.

# What You'll 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 fresh lime juice
16 - 1 tsp honey
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Naan and Assembly

18 - 8 small garlic naan breads
19 - 1 tbsp melted butter, optional
20 - Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, carrots, green onions, and fresh cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss the slaw mixture with the dressing and set aside to marinate.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces evenly with salt and pepper. Sauté until golden and cooked through, approximately 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
03 - In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and rice vinegar. Pour the mixture over the cooked chicken, stirring to coat thoroughly. Add the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken. Remove from heat.
04 - In a dry skillet or oven, warm the garlic naan breads until soft and pliable, approximately 2-3 minutes. Brush with melted butter if desired for enhanced flavor.
05 - Lay a warm naan flat on a plate, add a generous portion of honey-garlic chicken, top with the marinated slaw, and garnish with additional fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Fold and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It feels fancy enough to serve guests but takes less than an hour from start to finish, which means weeknight dinners suddenly feel celebratory.
  • The contrast between tender, sticky chicken and crisp, tangy slaw creates this textural magic that keeps you coming back for another bite.
  • It bridges two cuisines in a way that feels natural, not forced—like two friends discovering they have way more in common than expected.
02 -
  • Don't skimp on the cornstarch slurry—a thin, watery sauce that doesn't cling to the chicken is disappointing, and those extra 90 seconds of simmering makes all the difference.
  • The slaw actually tastes better if you make it a few minutes before assembly because the cabbage softens slightly and absorbs the lime-honey dressing, making every bite more cohesive.
03 -
  • Warm your naan in a dry skillet rather than the oven—you have better control, and they warm more evenly without drying out on the edges.
  • Have all your ingredients prepped and bowls ready before you start cooking chicken, because the sauce comes together quickly and you won't want to fumble with prep mid-process.
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