Ohhh yes — Honey Butter Chicken is the sweet, savory, sticky kind of delicious that hits all the comfort food cravings. It’s crispy, golden fried chicken tossed in a warm honey-butter glaze that’s dangerously addictive. Here’s how you can make it at home:
🍯 Honey Butter Chicken Recipe
🕒 Time: 45–60 minutes
🍽 Serves: 3–4 people
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 500g boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar/lemon juice)
- Salt & pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness)
- Oil for frying
For the Honey Butter Sauce:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (adds depth)
- 1 tsp garlic (minced or grated)
- Optional: a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne for a spicy kick
Instructions:
- Marinate:
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Soak in buttermilk for 30 minutes (or up to overnight). - Coat the Chicken:
Mix flour and cornstarch in a bowl. Dredge each piece of marinated chicken, pressing to coat well. - Fry Until Golden:
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches until crispy and golden brown (about 5–7 minutes). Drain on a rack or paper towel. - Make the Honey Butter Glaze:
In a saucepan, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté briefly. Stir in honey and soy sauce. Let it bubble gently for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened. - Toss to Coat:
Add fried chicken to the pan or toss in a large bowl. Coat evenly with that glossy honey butter sauce.
🍽️ Serve With:
- Steamed rice or mashed potatoes
- Buttered corn
- Pickled radish or slaw (for contrast)
- Or just eat it straight from the pan 👀🔥
Want to turn this into a Korean-style Honey Butter Chicken or make it into sliders with buttery buns? I got you.
