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Honey Butter Chicken

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Honey Butter Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring crispy, bite-sized chicken coated in a sticky, sweet-savory honey butter glaze. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for weeknight dinners or sharing with family.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch or all-purpose flour (for coating)
  • Vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp soy sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Chopped parsley or green onions (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Coat chicken evenly in cornstarch or flour, shaking off excess.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken in batches until golden and crispy. Set aside on paper towels.
  4. In a clean pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Stir in honey, soy sauce (if using), and red pepper flakes. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Return chicken to the pan and toss in the sauce until fully coated.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions.

Notes

  • Add lemon juice for a tangy twist.
  • Double-fry the chicken for extra crispiness.
  • Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for variation.
  • Add gochujang for a Korean-inspired version.
  • Use gluten-free soy sauce and cornstarch for a gluten-free option.

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