Quick and Easy Honey Butter Chicken

Bowl of honey butter chicken served over white rice, topped with sesame seeds and green onions.

5 from 1 vote

Quick and Easy Honey Butter Chicken

Crispy, golden chicken bites tossed in a sweet and savory honey butter glaze. This easy dinner comes together in just 35 minutes and tastes better than takeout.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Course: Main Dish

Servings: people

Author: Katie G.

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
⅓ cup flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoon unsalted butter softened, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil

Glaze

⅓ cup honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Sliced green onion for garnish
Sesame seeds for garnish
Steamed rice for serving

Instructions

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add in chicken and toss to coat evenly.
In a skillet set over medium-high heat, melt together 1 tablespoon of butter with olive oil. Cook the chicken in two batches, frying each side until it's golden and crispy. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium. Melt the remaining butter in the pan, then whisk in honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and a bit of salt and pepper, to taste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring until the sauce thickens. Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat.
Serve sauced chicken over steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
To reheat, warm gently in a skillet with a splash of water.
Swap chicken thighs for tenders or breast as needed.
Add crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.

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