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Honey Butter Chicken

Honey Butter Chicken

Quick enough for a weeknight dinner, surprisingly healthy, and bursts with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Honey Butter Glaze
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Large Skillet
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
    1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  2. Dredge the Chicken: Dip each chicken cube in the beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with the flour mixture, and then dip again into the breadcrumbs.
    1 large egg, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
    2 tablespoons olive oil, 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  4. Make the Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine honey, butter, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).
    1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  5. Simmer the Glaze: Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the glaze is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Coat the Chicken: Add the cooked chicken to the saucepan with the glaze and toss to coat evenly.
    1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/4 cup honey
  7. Serve Immediately: Serve Honey Butter Chicken hot over rice, quinoa, or your favorite side dishes. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.