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Honey Butter Chicken

Crispy Honey Butter Chicken You’ll Crave Every Weeknight

This 30-Minute Honey Butter Chicken recipe is a deliciously crispy, savory-sweet dish that combines chicken with honey glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs or Tenders Thighs are juicier and ideal for frying.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Feel free to use gluten-free flour for a safe substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt You can also use sea salt or flakey salt.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Opt for your favorite brand for the best taste.
For Frying
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Avoid margarine for the best results.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Pick a high-quality brand for optimal flavor.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Use freshly minced garlic for better flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Light Soy Sauce Adds umami and complexity.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Cut the boneless chicken thighs or tenders into bite-sized pieces and toss them in the flour mixture.
  3. In a large skillet, heat about 1/2 inch of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer and fry for about 5–7 minutes on each side.
  5. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add unsalted butter to melt.
  6. Add honey, light soy sauce, and minced garlic, stirring for about 2 minutes.
  7. Gently add the fried chicken back into the skillet and stir to coat thoroughly.
  8. Serve alongside rice or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to let the chicken fry undisturbed for about 5 minutes to form a crunchy crust. Use freshly minced garlic for better flavor.

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