Honey Butter Chicken
This honey butter chicken is a sweet and savory dish that combines browned chicken with a buttery, garlicky glaze, making it a fast and family-friendly weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces Boneless and skinless recommended.
- 1/4 cup honey Use mild-flavored honey for best balance.
- 1/4 cup butter Unsalted or salted; reduce added salt if salted.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika adds a gentle depth.
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Melt it until foaming.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 20–30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let it brown.
Cooking
- Add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Season immediately with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook without stirring too often so the chicken can brown, about 6–8 minutes total, turning pieces as needed.
- Once the chicken is cooked through and nicely browned, drizzle the honey over the pan.
- Stir to coat all pieces and keep cooking for 2–3 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy and slightly reduced.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Pat chicken dry before seasoning for better browning. For extra caramelization, finish under a hot broiler for 1–2 minutes.