Irresistible Honey Butter Chicken Recipe Ready in 30 Minutes
A simple and delicious dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add honey and lemon juice, stir well.
- Return chicken to the pan, coat with the sauce, and cook for 2 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Adjust honey for desired sweetness.
- Pairs well with rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg