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Honey Butter Chicken Recipe

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This Honey Butter Chicken recipe features tender, seasoned chicken breasts cooked in a luscious honey butter sauce. The perfect blend of garlic, cayenne, and soy sauce adds a sweet and savory kick. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or a special treat, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • Chicken:
    • ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
    • ½ tsp onion powder
    • 1 tsp salt
    • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
    • 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
    • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
    • 1 tbsp canola oil (or any vegetable oil)
    • 1 tbsp green onions, sliced
  • Honey Butter Sauce:
    • 5 tbsps butter, room temperature
    • ½ cup honey
    • 1 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • ⅛ tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat diced chicken in the flour mixture.
  • Heat unsalted butter and canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, melt the butter for the sauce, then stir in honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the honey butter sauce. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and glazed.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust the cayenne pepper to your spice preference.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed rice or vegetables.
  • Ensure the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.

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