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Honey Butter Chicken

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Honey butter chicken is a quick and delicious meal featuring crispy chicken pieces tossed in a rich, sweet-and-savory honey butter glaze. It’s perfect over rice or with vegetables and comes together in just 25 minutes.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch or all-purpose flour (for coating)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 2–3 tbsp oil (for pan-frying)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Optional garnish: chopped parsley, green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Lightly coat each piece in cornstarch or flour and shake off the excess.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken in batches and cook until golden and crispy, about 5–7 minutes per batch.
  4. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in honey, garlic, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Simmer sauce for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Once chicken is cooked, pour the sauce over it and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, green onions, or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Use wings or tenders for variation.
  • Add lemon juice or vinegar for brightness in the sauce.
  • Double-coat the chicken for extra crunch.
  • Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or in lettuce wraps.
  • Reheat in a skillet to keep chicken crispy.

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