Honey Butter Fried Chicken
Honey Butter Fried Chicken is a delightful dish that combines the savory crunch of perfectly fried chicken with a luscious honey butter glaze. Imagine juicy chicken pieces marinated in buttermilk, coated in seasoned flour, and fried to golden perfection, then drizzled with sweet honey butter for an unforgettable flavor experience. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, making it a beloved comfort food that everyone will adore.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk seasoned with salt and pepper for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Coat marinated chicken in the seasoned flour.
- Fry chicken for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in honey until well combined.
- Drizzle honey butter sauce over fried chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg