Description
Delightful crispy chicken glazed in a sweet, buttery concoction, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Optional: chopped fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together the honey, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle in the olive oil.
- Carefully place the chicken breasts in the skillet, cooking for about 5-6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
- Pour the honey butter mixture over the chicken, ensuring it’s thoroughly coated.
- Allow the chicken to cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and the sauce has thickened to a glossy texture.
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs for that vibrant touch, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the honey mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: honey butter chicken, easy chicken recipe, family dinner