Dairy-Free Honey Butter Chicken
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Dairy-Free Honey Butter Chicken, a healthier twist on a comfort food classic that's perfect for those avoiding dairy. With tender, golden-browned chicken thighs seasoned with paprika, salt, and pepper, this dish is rich in savory notes and balanced with a sweet, creamy honey garlic sauce made using almond milk and nutritional yeast for a buttery flavor without the dairy. Ready in under an hour, the velvety sauce thickens beautifully with cornstarch and pairs wonderfully with a garnish of fresh parsley. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that combines simplicity with sophistication. Serve with your favorite sides and prepare to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, unsweetened almond milk, cornstarch, and nutritional yeast.
Pour the honey mixture into the skillet with the garlic, stirring continuously until it thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.
Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve the dairy-free honey butter chicken hot with your choice of side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1803 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.9 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g | 113% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 750 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 2983 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.3 g | ||
| Protein | 164.3 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 336 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1882 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
