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Honey Butter Chicken

Honey Butter Chicken
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Honey Butter Chicken is a sweet, savory, and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts or thighs cooked in a luscious honey butter sauce infused with garlic. This versatile and family-friendly recipe is easy to prepare, delivering a delightful flavor explosion perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Finished with fresh herbs, it brings warmth and joy to your table with every bite.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts or thighs (about 1.5 lbs), patted dry

Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed or minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Garnishes

  • Fresh herbs such as thyme, parsley, or rosemary
  • Chili flakes (for spicy variation)
  • Panko or almond flour (for crunchy coating variation)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper to ensure flavorful, juicy meat.
  2. Cook the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1-2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chicken and cook each side for 5–7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, forming a crust that locks in juices.
  3. Make the Honey Butter Sauce: Reduce the heat to low, add remaining butter to the skillet along with the crushed garlic. Once garlic softens and becomes fragrant, drizzle in the honey and stir gently until the sauce is silky and coats the chicken evenly.
  4. Coat and Glaze: Toss the cooked chicken in the honey butter sauce, ensuring each piece is generously glazed with the sweet and savory mixture.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh herbs or a pinch of black pepper over the chicken to add freshness and visual appeal. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken to ensure even cooking and juiciness.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to allow proper browning and crispy crust formation.
  • Fresh garlic is essential for a fragrant, savory butter sauce.
  • Adjust honey quantity to suit preferred sweetness.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
  • For a spicy twist, add chili flakes or cayenne to the sauce.
  • Try coating chicken with panko or almond flour before cooking for extra crunch.
  • Substitute butter with coconut oil or dairy-free margarine for a dairy-free version.

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