Description
This Honey Butter Chicken is crispy, tender, and coated in a rich, sweet, and savory glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with ginger rice and sautéed green beans!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tbsp green onions, sliced (for garnish)
For the Honey Butter Sauce:
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Coat the chicken:
In a large bowl, mix together flour, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the diced chicken and toss until fully coated.
2️⃣ Cook the chicken:
In a cast-iron skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the honey butter sauce:
In the same skillet, melt butter, then add honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Stir over low heat for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
4️⃣ Coat the chicken:
Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss it in the sauce until fully coated. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
5️⃣ Garnish and serve:
Sprinkle with sliced green onions and serve with ginger rice and sautéed green beans. Enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add ½ tsp red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier texture.
- Serve with steamed broccoli or roasted carrots for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4