Description
How to make honey butter chicken with tender juicy meat and golden crispy coating that brings comfort food perfection to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Base
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Honey Butter Sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
For Cooking
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Pat chicken pieces dry and toss with flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Let sit 5 minutes to help coating stick.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Test with a small piece of chicken – it should sizzle immediately.
- Cook Chicken: Add chicken pieces in single layer, don’t overcrowd. Cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- Make Sauce: While chicken cooks, whisk together honey, melted butter, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, and garlic in small bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Everything: Pour honey butter sauce over cooked chicken in skillet. Toss gently to coat every piece. Cook 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Finish Dish: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while the chicken is hot and the sauce is perfectly sticky.
Notes
- Don’t skip the 5-minute rest after coating chicken; it helps the flour mixture stick properly.
- Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Maple syrup can substitute for honey but will create slightly different flavor profile.
- Serve immediately for best crispy texture, though leftovers are delicious too.
- Double the sauce recipe if you want extra for drizzling over rice or vegetables.
- Pound thicker chicken pieces to ensure even cooking and maximum crispiness.
Allergy Information: Gluten, Soy
Nutrition
- Calories: 385 calories
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 32g