Juicy, tender chicken pieces are coated in a rich, buttery honey glaze, seasoned to perfection with garlic, paprika, and a hint of spice. This dish is quick to make, perfect for weeknight dinners, and pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
- 500 g (about 1 lb) boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for coating)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a medium bowl, coat the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch (if using). This step ensures a light coating that will help the chicken crisp up when cooked.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning them occasionally until they are golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Make the Honey Butter Sauce : Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.Add the honey, soy sauce, paprika, and chili flakes (if using).
- Combine and Serve : Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the honey butter sauce.Cook for another 2-3 minutes, giving the chicken time to absorb all the flavors. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Conclusion
This Honey Butter Chicken is a perfect balance of flavors, combining the sweetness of honey with the richness of butter and the umami of soy sauce. Easy to make and packed with flavor, it’s sure to become a go-to recipe for busy weeknights or when you’re craving comfort food with a twist!
Honey Butter Chicken
Tender chicken bites coated in a sweet and savoryhoney butter glaze, infused with garlic and spices, perfect for a quick andflavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 500 g about 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes optional, for spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for coating
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a medium bowl, coat the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch (if using). This step ensures a light coating that will help the chicken crisp up when cooked.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning them occasionally until they are golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Make the Honey Butter Sauce : Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the honey, soy sauce, paprika, and chili flakes (if using).
- Combine and Serve : Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the honey butter sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, giving the chicken time to absorb all the flavors. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside rice, noodles, or vegetables.