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A close-up shot of golden brown, crispy chicken pieces in a skillet, before being coated in the honey butter sauce. Shows the perfect texture of the chicken.

Honey Butter Chicken: The Ultimate 30-Minute Crispy & Sweet Recipe

This Honey Butter Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dinner! Crispy, bite-sized chicken pieces are tossed in an irresistible sweet and savory garlic honey butter glaze. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a family-friendly meal that's packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crispy Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
For the Honey Butter Glaze
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Instructions
 

  1. Pat the chicken pieces completely dry with a paper towel. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken and toss until evenly coated.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and place it on a wire rack to drain any excess oil.
  4. In the same skillet (or a clean one), melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the honey and soy sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 1-2 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
  6. Return the crispy chicken to the skillet. Gently toss to coat all the chicken pieces in the honey butter glaze. Serve immediately.

Notes

Don't Crowd the Pan: For the crispiest chicken, cook it in batches. Overcrowding the pan will steam the chicken.
Add Heat: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in an air fryer or skillet for best results.
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