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A close-up shot of golden-brown Honey Butter Chicken pieces being tossed in a skillet. The sauce is bubbling and coating each piece perfectly.

Honey Butter Chicken: The Ultimate 30-Minute Weeknight Dinner

This Honey Butter Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution. Tender chicken is coated in a sweet and savory honey butter glaze that's ready in under 30 minutes, making it a guaranteed family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Honey Butter Sauce
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Whisk

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry. In a bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 4-6 minutes, turning until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Whisk in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar.
  4. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened. Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat completely. Serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Spicy Version: Add 1 tsp of sriracha or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for some heat.