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Honey Butter Chicken

Honey Butter Chicken is better than take-out! If you want a quick and easy dinner then look no further than this juicy, sweet chicken dish!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 261 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon  olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons  butter divided
  • 1 pound  boneless skinless chicken thighs  cut into bite-size pieces
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 ½ tablespoons  honey
  • 1  large clove garlic minced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons  apple cider vinegar
  • Fresh parsley finely chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large non-stick skillet over high heat.
  • When the butter is melted, add the chicken. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then cook until it changes from pink to white and starts to brown.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, honey, garlic, and vinegar. Bring to a simmer. Turn the chicken to coat in the sauce until it is golden and caramelized.
  • Once the chicken is browned all over, remove it from the heat. Pile chicken onto mashed potatoes, and drizzle with the sauce in the pan. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Keyword chicken dinner ideas, chicken meals, honey chicken