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Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

These Honey Garlic Chicken Bites are golden, juicy, and coated in a sticky homemade sauce made with honey, garlic, soy sauce, and a splash of vinegar. They are ready in about 30 minutes and can be served over rice or as an easy party appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired
Calories: 415

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • cup honey
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 4 garlic cloves finely minced
  • ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger optional
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
For Serving
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry and cut it into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Place the chicken in a bowl. Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cornstarch. Toss until evenly coated.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add half of the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and nearly cooked through. Transfer it to a plate.
  6. Add the remaining oil and cook the second batch. Return all the chicken to the skillet.
  7. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for 20 to 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  8. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet. Stir and simmer for 2 to 4 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  9. Confirm that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
  10. Remove from the heat and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Cut the chicken into evenly sized pieces so everything finishes cooking at the same time.
  • Cook in batches rather than overcrowding the skillet.
  • Add the honey sauce only after the chicken is almost fully cooked.
  • Reduce the heat if the sauce begins thickening too quickly.
  • Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts.
  • Use gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Double or increase the sauce when serving the chicken over rice or noodles.
  • Nutrition does not include rice, noodles, vegetables, or other side dishes.

Nutrition Per Serving

  • Calories: 415
  • Protein: 39 grams
  • Fat: 12 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 38 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 2 grams
  • Fiber: 1 gram
  • Sugar: 25 grams
  • Sodium: 790 milligrams