Sweet and Savory Honey Butter Chicken
A delightful dish where tender chicken is combined with sweet honey and rich butter for a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Searing
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic, soy sauce, and honey; stir to combine and coat the chicken.
- Cover and let the chicken simmer in the glaze for about 10-15 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove from heat, let it rest for a few minutes, and serve with the glaze drizzled on top.
Notes
Serve with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Honey Butter Chicken, Southern Cooking, Comfort Food
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