Easy Honey Butter Chicken

Why Make This Recipe

Easy Honey Butter Chicken is a deliciously sweet and savory dish that brings comfort food to your dinner table with minimal effort. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something quick and satisfying. The combination of honey and butter gives the chicken a mouthwatering glaze that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

How to Make Easy Honey Butter Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp canola oil
• 1 tbsp green onions, thinly sliced
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
2. Toss chicken pieces in the seasoned flour until evenly coated. Set aside.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet.
5. Reduce skillet heat to medium-low. Add 5 tablespoons softened butter and melt.
6. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened. Taste and add 1/4 teaspoon salt if needed.
7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Simmer for another 1-2 minutes until warmed through and sauce clings to chicken.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions.

How to Serve Easy Honey Butter Chicken

You can serve Easy Honey Butter Chicken with rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce. Steamed vegetables or a fresh salad make great sides to balance the meal. For a delightful presentation, sprinkle extra sliced green onions over the dish before serving.

How to Store Easy Honey Butter Chicken

To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can reheat the chicken in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through. If you want to freeze it, make sure to store it in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

Tips to Make Easy Honey Butter Chicken

• Ensure the chicken pieces are cut uniformly to allow for even cooking.
• Don’t skip the resting time after tossing the chicken in the honey sauce. It allows the flavors to meld.
• If you like it spicy, add more cayenne pepper or serve with a hot sauce on the side.

Variations

You can customize this dish by adding different spices or herbs. For a zestier flavor, consider adding lemon juice or zest to the honey sauce. You can also mix in some chopped nuts like pecans or almonds for added texture.

FAQs

1. Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?
Yes, chicken thighs can be used for a richer flavor. Just ensure they are boneless and skinless for this recipe.

2. Is there a way to make this recipe healthier?
You can use less butter or substitute some of the butter with olive oil. You may also consider using a sugar substitute for the honey.

3. Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and the sauce separately ahead of time. Cook the chicken and store it in the fridge, then heat and combine it with the sauce just before serving.

Easy Honey Butter Chicken

A deliciously sweet and savory dish that brings comfort food to your dinner table with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the chicken coating

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt Divided, 1 tsp for coating and 1/4 tsp for sauce
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the chicken and sauce

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter For cooking
• 1 tbsp canola oil For cooking
• 5 tbsp unsalted butter, softened For sauce preparation
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 tsp salt For sauce, adjust to taste
• 1 tbsp green onions, thinly sliced For garnish

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
2. Toss chicken pieces in the seasoned flour until evenly coated. Set aside.

Cooking

1. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet.
3. Reduce skillet heat to medium-low. Add 5 tablespoons softened butter and melt.
4. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened. Taste and add 1/4 teaspoon salt if needed.
5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Simmer for another 1-2 minutes until warmed through and sauce clings to chicken.

Serving

1. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions.

Notes

Serve with rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce. For a delightful presentation, sprinkle extra sliced green onions before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.