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Honey Butter Chicken

Honey Butter Chicken

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Honey Butter Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken thighs or breasts coated in a luscious honey butter sauce with fresh garlic, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and lemon juice (natural). This easy-to-make recipe combines simple, wholesome ingredients with plant-based butter and a natural gelling agent to create a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts, skin on or off

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons plant-based butter
  • 1/4 cup honey (natural)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (natural flavoring)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (natural)
  • 1/4 cup water mixed with 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Seasoning and Garnish

  • Salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and ground black pepper. This helps keep the meat juicy and flavorful during cooking.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat the plant-based butter in a skillet over medium heat. When melted, add the chicken pieces. Cook until golden brown on both sides, forming a flavorful crust that locks in moisture.
  3. Make the honey butter sauce: Remove the chicken from the skillet. Add the minced garlic and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) to the same pan and stir briefly. Then mix in the honey (natural), lemon juice (natural), and the water mixed with natural gelling agent to thicken the sauce slightly.
  4. Simmer the chicken in sauce: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the pieces. Cover and let it gently simmer on low heat until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and infused with the sauce flavors.
  5. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish before serving to add fresh herbal notes and a vibrant color contrast.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken to ensure even cooking and better flavor absorption.
  • Take your time searing the chicken to develop a good crust for flavor and texture.
  • Adjust the amount of honey gradually to achieve your preferred sweet-savory balance.
  • Simmer the chicken on low heat to keep it tender and allow the sauce to thicken beautifully.
  • Add fresh herbs like parsley just before serving to maximize freshness and aroma.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying and Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg

Keywords: Honey Butter Chicken, plant-based butter chicken, gluten-free chicken recipe, sweet and savory chicken, easy chicken dinner

Find it online: https://yummyrecipeszone.com/honey-butter-chicken/