Honey Butter Chicken Recipe
This Ridiculously Delicious Honey Butter Chicken is a perfectly crispy, golden-brown dish featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a light cornstarch and flour mixture, seared to perfection in avocado oil, and then tossed in a luscious honey butter sauce with a hint of garlic and soy. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s an irresistible combination of sweet, savory, and buttery flavors guaranteed to delight your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 1 lb chicken thighs (boneless, skinless, cut into 2” pieces)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp flour (Bob’s gluten-free 1 to 1 flour can be used)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Sauce and Cooking
- 3 garlic cloves (sliced thinly)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cold unsalted butter
Garnish
- Finely chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into 2-inch bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss the chicken pieces in this mixture until lightly coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook each side for about 8 minutes until golden brown and crispy, ensuring a well-seared crust for crunch. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Add the Garlic: Add the thinly sliced garlic cloves to the same pan. Cook for approximately 1 minute until fragrant, careful not to burn the garlic.
- Make the Honey Butter Sauce: Lower the heat and add cold unsalted butter to the pan. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar to create a glossy, rich sauce. Optionally add a splash of water if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Toss Chicken in Sauce: Return the cooked chicken pieces to the pan and toss them thoroughly in the honey butter sauce to coat evenly.
- Serve: Garnish the finished dish with finely chopped parsley and serve hot for a deliciously sweet and savory meal.
Notes
- Use tamari to make the dish gluten-free.
- Adding a splash of water can adjust the sauce consistency to your liking.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through by checking internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Butter should be cold to achieve a glossy sauce finish.
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