Lemon Honey Butter Chicken, a fragrant chicken main course accompanied by a butter, honey, and lemon sauce. A simple yet special recipe, perfect for those who love bold flavors with a fresh touch.
If you’re looking for a dish that warms the atmosphere without requiring elaborate preparations, this Lemon Honey Butter Chicken is the perfect choice. It’s a recipe combining the classic comfort food side with the fresh citrus side, creating a balance of flavors that captivates from the first bite. The chicken thighs cook slowly on the stovetop and are enveloped by a sauce that smells of melted butter, honey, and lemon: few ingredients, yet they transform into something surprisingly rich.
It’s not a super quick recipe, because the chicken needs its time to become tender, but it’s this slow cooking that gives a creamy, juicy, and aromatic result.
Lemon Honey Butter Chicken is a versatile main course: perfect for a weeknight dinner when you want something more special than usual, but also ideal for the weekend when you crave a satisfying dish to share. Serve it with white rice, potatoes, or simple vegetables: any side becomes the perfect canvas to soak up the sauce left in the pan.
A recipe to try and make again, especially when you want a dish that warms, comforts, and brings a small bright touch of lemon to the table.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I’ve answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, leave a comment or use the contact form at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Affordable
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for Lemon Honey Butter Chicken
- 1.1 lbs chicken (thighs)
- 1 tbsp butter
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- Half lemon
- 3 tbsps butter
- 2 tbsps honey
- 2 tbsps lemon juice
- 1 tsp spices
Tools
- Small Bowl
- Skillet
Lemon Honey Butter Chicken Recipe
Start the preparation of the lemon honey butter chicken with the dressing.
Melt three tablespoons of butter in a pan or microwave.
Add honey, juice of half a lemon, and spices to the melted butter: I chose a mix with garlic, rosemary, and smoked paprika.
Mix and set aside.
Now focus on the chicken: check for any remaining feathers and remove them if necessary.
Season the chicken with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Melt one tablespoon of butter in a skillet with high edges.
Add the chicken skin-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes.
Turn the chicken, brush the skin with the butter sauce.
Pour the rest of the sauce into the skillet and add half a lemon cut into quarters.
Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 20 minutes.
Turn the chicken again and cook for another 15 minutes.
Cover again.
In the last 5 minutes, brown the chicken over high heat, turning it 2-3 times.
Serve the lemon honey butter chicken with its dressing.
Lemon Honey Butter Chicken: tender skillet chicken
Serve your Lemon Honey Butter Chicken hot, with all of its fragrant and golden glaze. It’s one of those dishes that never disappoint: simple yet rich, enveloping yet with that fresh note that makes it unique. Perfect to share with family or enjoy in a relaxing dinner, it will surely become one of your favorite mains to make again and again.
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I replace chicken thighs with breast?
Yes, but the result will be slightly less juicy. If using breast, cut it into pieces and reduce the cooking time to prevent it from drying out.
Can it be prepared in advance?
You can cook it in advance and reheat it in a pan over low heat: the glaze will “awaken” and become soft again. Avoid the microwave as it tends to dry out the chicken.
Can it be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze it already cooked with its sauce. Once defrosted, heat it in a pan with a splash of water to make the glaze creamy again.
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