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Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

Tender chicken bites coated in a sticky, sweet, garlicky honey sauce. Quick, delicious, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional thickener
  • 1 tablespoon water for slurry
  • sesame seeds and parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and cook chicken until golden.
  3. Add butter and garlic; cook until fragrant.
  4. Add honey, soy sauce, and vinegar.
  5. Simmer until thickened; add slurry if needed.
  6. Coat chicken in sauce and garnish before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry for the best browning.