Honey Garlic Chicken Bites
These bite-size succulent chicken breast morsels are seasoned, seared to perfection, and finished in a sticky honey-garlic glaze, making them a great snack or main dish.
Ingredients
Chicken Preparation
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces Use plain chicken breast for best results.
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (or flour) For crispy coating.
- 1-2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying Use as needed.
Sauce Ingredients
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) For heat.
Garnish (Optional)
- chopped green onions or sesame seeds For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut chicken into small, even pieces.
- Pat the chicken pieces dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss chicken with cornstarch until lightly coated.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken in a single layer. Do not crowd the pan.
- Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and mostly cooked. Work in batches if needed.
- Remove chicken to a plate and lower the heat to medium.
- Add a little more oil if the pan is dry and add garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add honey, soy sauce, and vinegar to the pan; stir and bring to a low simmer.
- Let the sauce thicken for 1–2 minutes. Add red pepper flakes if using.
- Return the chicken to the pan, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Cook for 1–2 more minutes until the sauce is sticky and chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Turn off the heat and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
Serve over steamed rice or noodles, place on a salad, or make sliders with small buns. Cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.