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Crispy Butter Chicken Recipe

Crispy Butter Chicken Recipe
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Indulge in the crispy goodness of this flavorful Crispy Butter Chicken recipe. Tender chicken coated in a crunchy crust, finished with a savory butter sauce – a perfect balance of textures and tastes.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Coating:

  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (60g) cornstarch
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Butter Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp soy sauce

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken – In a bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Prepare the Crispy Coating – Mix flour, cornstarch, and seasonings in a large bowl. Remove chicken from marinade, coat in the flour mixture.
  3. Fry the Chicken – Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  4. Make the Butter Sauce – Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté garlic and chili flakes. Add honey, lemon juice, and soy sauce, stirring to combine.
  5. Toss and Serve – Drizzle or brush butter sauce over fried chicken. Toss for extra flavor if desired.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of chili flakes.

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Keywords: Crispy Butter Chicken, Fried Chicken, Buttermilk Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Butter Sauce

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