Honey Butter Chicken Easy Dinner (Print View)
Juicy chicken glazed in honey butter sauce, crisped and ready fast. Bold flavors ideal for a comforting meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 pound chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon canola oil
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1 tablespoon green onions, sliced
→ Honey Butter Sauce
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5 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
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1/2 cup honey
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
# Directions:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken pieces and toss to evenly coat.
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Heat the butter and oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, shaking off excess flour, then arrange in an even layer. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
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Reduce heat to low. Add remaining butter to the skillet and let melt. Stir in honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Continue stirring until smooth and thickened to a caramel-like consistency.
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Return chicken to the skillet and toss until fully coated in sauce. Cook for 1 minute, turning to ensure even coverage. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
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Arrange chicken on a serving platter. Sprinkle with sliced green onions before serving. Pair with white rice and sautéed green beans if desired.
# Notes:
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Shake off excess flour before frying to ensure a light, crisp crust on the chicken.