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Hot Honey Butter Chicken

Hot Honey Butter Chicken

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Hot Honey Butter Chicken features tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a luscious blend of natural hot honey and creamy plant-based butter, creating a perfectly balanced sweet and spicy flavor. This quick and simple recipe locks in moisture for flavorful, crispy skin chicken ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Easily customizable in spice level and adaptable to various dietary preferences, it pairs wonderfully with rice, salad, or wraps for a satisfying meal everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons butter (plant-based)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tablespoons hot honey (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (natural)
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes or fresh chili, adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon natural gelling agent (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels to help the skin crisp up beautifully. Season both sides generously with salt, freshly ground black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder to create a flavorful base.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the plant-based butter. Once melted and shimmering, carefully place the chicken thighs skin-side down. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crisp. Flip and cook the other side for another 5 minutes until fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. Make the Hot Honey Butter Sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic to the same pan, stirring until fragrant without burning. Add the hot honey (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), lemon juice (natural), and chili flakes. Stir to combine and let simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors. If a thicker sauce is desired, sprinkle in a small amount of natural gelling agent and stir well.
  4. Coat the Chicken: Return the chicken to the pan and turn gently in the hot honey butter sauce to coat evenly. Let the sauce caramelize slightly on the chicken for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to soak in.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from heat and serve immediately while hot, sticky, and full of flavor. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro and thinly sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Use skin-on chicken thighs to achieve crispy skin and juicy meat.
  • Do not crowd the pan when searing; cook in batches if necessary to maintain high heat and a golden crust.
  • Choose a high-quality hot honey (natural) for ideal balance of sweetness and spice.
  • Adjust chili gradually to your preferred heat level.
  • Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking to lock in juices.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: hot honey butter chicken, spicy chicken, sweet and spicy chicken, plant-based butter chicken, gluten free chicken recipe

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