Easy Honey Butter Chicken Recipe

why make this recipe

Easy Honey Butter Chicken is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. It’s quick to make and utilizes simple ingredients you may already have in your kitchen. The combination of honey and butter gives the chicken a sweet and savory flavor that everyone will love. Plus, it’s a one-skillet meal, making cleanup a breeze!

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. Toss chicken pieces in the seasoned flour until evenly coated. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet.
3. Reduce skillet heat to medium-low. Add 5 tablespoons softened butter and melt. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar.
4. 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.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions.

how to serve Easy Honey Butter Chicken

Serve Easy Honey Butter Chicken over rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete meal. This dish also pairs well with a fresh salad for a lighter option.

how to store Easy Honey Butter Chicken

Store any leftover Easy Honey Butter Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.

tips to make Easy Honey Butter Chicken

• Make sure to fully coat the chicken in the flour mix for a crispy texture.
• For a little extra kick, add more cayenne pepper according to your taste.
• Use fresh herbs for garnish if you want to enhance the dish’s flavor and presentation.

variation

You can switch things up by adding your favorite vegetables to the skillet while cooking the chicken. Bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas work well and add nutrition.

FAQs

1. Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
   Yes, chicken thighs work great for this recipe and can add more flavor.

2. Is it possible to make this recipe healthier?
   You can use less butter or substitute some of it with olive oil. You could also add more vegetables to increase the nutritional value.

3. Can I freeze the leftovers?
   Yes, you can freeze the cooked chicken in a sealed container for up to 2 months. When ready to eat, thaw and reheat in the skillet.

Easy Honey Butter Chicken

A quick and flavorful one-skillet meal featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory honey butter sauce.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the chicken

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour For coating the chicken
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Adjust for spice preference
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt Use 1 tsp for seasoning and 1/4 tsp for sauce
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces Can substitute with chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter For cooking chicken
• 1 tbsp canola oil For cooking chicken
• 1 tbsp green onions, thinly sliced For garnish

For the sauce

• 5 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 tsp salt For adjusting taste of the sauce

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 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.
5. Taste and add 1/4 teaspoon salt if needed.
6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
7. Simmer for another 1-2 minutes until warmed through and sauce clings to chicken.

Serving

1. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat. For variations, add your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli while cooking.