Description
The Best Honey Butter Chicken Recipe – Crispy & Sweet Chicken is your go-to solution for satisfying your cravings for something crispy, sweet, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp canola oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional Garnish: Sliced green onions or sesame seeds
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the chicken cubes. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. This mixture will provide a beautiful, flavorful crust for your chicken. Once the spices are well blended, add your chicken pieces to the bowl. Gently toss until each piece is evenly coated with the flour mixture. Don’t forget to shake off any excess flour to prevent clumping!
- Heat your cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the canola oil and butter until they’re hot and bubbling. Carefully add the coated chicken to the skillet in a single layer, ensuring the pieces do not touch each other for even cooking. Fry the chicken for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until it’s golden brown and cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and return the skillet to the stove. Melt the remaining unsalted butter in the skillet. Once melted, add in the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens to a smooth consistency that resembles caramel. This step is crucial as it allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add the fried chicken back into the skillet, tossing gently to coat each piece thoroughly with the honey butter sauce. Allow the chicken to simmer in this delightful mixture for an additional 1-2 minutes, letting it absorb all the sweetness and depth of flavor. Once everything is well combined, remove from heat. Serve hot, garnished with optional sliced green onions or sesame seeds for an extra pop of color and flavor.
Notes
For the crispiest chicken, avoid overcrowding the skillet while frying. Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken – you can test it by dropping a small piece of the chicken to check if it sizzles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Protein: 28 g