I recently was checking out Betty Crocker’s “Grilling” page on pinterest.  I noticed that the recipe for their  taco-spiced grilled chicken had been voted as the 2008 Best 30 Minute Meal.  If this recipe had received such accolades then it was worthy of trying it out to share with all out you.  I must say that it deserved that title.  It was full of flavor and loved by all.

It does have a little kick to it from the taco seasoning. However, if you are worried just use half the amount of taco seasoning.  My family did say it was on the spicy side but was still able to eat it. They are all pretty wimpy when it comes to spiciness.  The taco-spiced grilled chicken gets a coating of dry spice before hitting the grill. Then gets a nice coating of a simple sauce that tastes fabulous!  You must give this one a try!

In a microwave safe bowl, combine the bbq sauce, chili sauce, and cumin. Cover and microwave for 30-60 seconds until hot. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine together the taco seasoning and oregano.

In a gallon sized zipper bag, place chicken tenders along with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Close bag and knead the chicken in the bag to get well coated with the oil. Open the zipper bag and add the taco seasoning mix. Zip the bag closed again and shake until all the chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning.

Grill chicken turning once until fully cooked. Since you are using tenders they only take a few minutes per side. Remove chicken from the grill and brush with reserved bbq sauce and serve. 

Ingredients to make Taco-Spiced Grilled Chicken

• BBQ SAUCE
• CHILI SAUCE
• GROUND CUMIN
• TACO SEASONING
• DRIED OREGANO LEAVES
• CHICKEN TENDERS
• OLIVE OIL

Taco-Spiced Grilled Chicken

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This Taco Spiced Grilled Chicken is a bold, flavor-packed dish made with chicken tenders coated in taco seasoning, oregano, and olive oil, then grilled to juicy perfection. Just before serving, it’s brushed with a warm, zesty sauce made from barbecue sauce, chili sauce, and cumin for a smoky-sweet finish. It’s a quick and easy recipe that brings a spicy twist to your summer grilling lineup.

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Ingredients

  

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• ▢ ¼ cup bbq sauce
• ▢ 2 Tbsp chili sauce
• ▢ ½ tsp ground cumin
• ▢ 2 Tbsp taco seasoning
• ▢ 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
• ▢ 10-12 chicken tenders
• ▢ 1 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions

 

• Preheat grill.
• In a microwave safe bowl, combine the bbq sauce, chili sauce, and cumin. Cover and microwave for 30-60 seconds until hot. Set aside.
• In a small bowl, combine together the taco seasoning and oregano.
• In a gallon sized zipper bag, place chicken tenders along with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Close bag and knead the chicken in the bag to get well coated with the oil.
• Open the zipper bag and add the taco seasoning mix. Zip the bag closed again and shake until all the chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning.
• Grill chicken turning once until fully cooked. Since you are using tenders they only take a few minutes per side.
• Remove chicken from the grill and brush with reserved bbq sauce and serve. Serves 5-6.

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Recipe adapted from Betty Crocker.