About This Recipe
Hey, sweet friends! You know that feeling when you create something on a whim that instantly becomes a family favorite? Well, that is exactly how I created this Honey Butter Chicken Recipe. One rainy night, Sultan was craving something comforting that didn’t sound boring. As I rummaged through the fridge, I grabbed chicken thighs, butter, and honey... and the rest is delicious history.
That buttery glaze? Silky, golden, whispered with garlic, hint of heat. The kind of dish that makes everyone stop in the middle of a bite and say, “Whoa… what is this?” I obviously had to perfect and share the best honey butter chicken.
That buttery glaze? Silky, golden, whispered with garlic, hint of heat. The kind of dish that makes everyone stop in the middle of a bite and say, “Whoa… what is this?” I obviously had to perfect and share the best honey butter chicken.
Tools for Honey Butter Chicken
To make this sweet and savory Honey Butter Chicken Recipe, grab a heavy skillet, a small saucepan for the sauce, and basic tools like tongs or a spatula. I’ve linked some reliable kitchen gear—great for daily use and often on sale. A thermometer and foil come in handy if you finish it in the oven!
Ingredients
4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on preferred)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp oil (olive or vegetable)
4 tbsp unsalted butter For the Honey Butter Sauce
¼ cup honey For the Honey Butter Sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice) For the Honey Butter Sauce
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) For the Honey Butter Sauce
Instructions
Step 1
Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 2
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Sear the chicken skin-side down for 4–5 mins until golden. Flip and cook another 4–5 mins.
Step 4
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
Step 5
Stir in honey, vinegar, and chili flakes if using. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Step 6
Pour half the honey butter sauce over the chicken in the pan.
Step 7
Optional: Transfer the skillet to a 400°F oven and bake for 5–7 minutes until the glaze thickens.
Step 8
Drizzle with remaining sauce before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot!
Nutrition Information
Calories
480
Saturated Fat
10g
Carbs
24g
Sugars
18g
Protein
30g
Sodium
580mg
Fiber
1g
Secret Tips
Use skin-on, bone-in chicken for the juiciest result.
First, brown the chicken because the golden crust adds a lot of flavor.
Let the butter melt slowly, so it blends perfectly with the honey.
Finish in the oven for that sticky glaze effect (5–7 mins at 400°F).
First, brown the chicken because the golden crust adds a lot of flavor.
Let the butter melt slowly, so it blends perfectly with the honey.
Finish in the oven for that sticky glaze effect (5–7 mins at 400°F).
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