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Hot Honey Butter Chicken

Hot Honey Butter Chicken

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

Description

This Hot Honey Butter Chicken recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and buttery flavors using juicy chicken thighs, smoky turkey bacon, and rich plant-based butter. Enhanced with hot honey glaze and aromatic spices, it is simple to prepare and guaranteed to become a favorite for quick dinners and special occasions alike.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Protein

  • 4 chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless)
  • 6 slices smoky turkey bacon

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons plant-based butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 3 tablespoons hot honey (honey blended with natural spicy ingredients)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken and Bacon: Trim any excess fat from chicken thighs and season them generously with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook the smoky turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the flavorful drippings in the pan to cook the chicken.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs skin side down in the hot skillet with bacon drippings. Sear for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for 4-5 minutes. Remove the chicken and keep warm.
  3. Make the Hot Honey Butter Sauce: In the same pan, add plant-based butter, minced garlic, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Stir to combine. Add hot honey and apple cider vinegar, whisking to blend well. Sprinkle in a natural gelling agent to thicken the sauce slightly, stirring constantly.
  4. Combine and Glaze: Return the chicken and crispy turkey bacon pieces to the pan, coating them evenly with the hot honey butter sauce. Let everything simmer for a few minutes, allowing the sauce to cling beautifully to the chicken.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the glazed chicken to a serving dish, spoon over any remaining sauce, and garnish as desired for an irresistible feast.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juiciness as they stay tender and absorb flavors better than breast meat.
  • Do not rush the sear to ensure proper browning which seals in juices and builds flavor complexity.
  • Balance heat and sweetness by adjusting honey or spice levels to avoid overpowering the dish.
  • Rest the chicken for a few minutes after cooking to redistribute juices.
  • Use fresh minced garlic for the best aromatic punch.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Searing and Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: hot honey butter chicken, spicy chicken recipe, smoky turkey bacon, plant-based butter sauce, sweet and spicy chicken

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