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A close-up shot of glistening honey garlic chicken bites in a black skillet, topped with sesame seeds. Showcasing the perfect sticky glaze.

Honey Garlic Chicken Bites (The Only Recipe You'll Ever Need)

These Honey Garlic Chicken Bites are the perfect 20-minute weeknight dinner! Tender chicken is tossed in a sticky, sweet, and savory sauce that's completely irresistible. Easy, fast, and a guaranteed family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp water
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp sliced green onions

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Whisk

Instructions
 

  1. Pat the chicken cubes dry. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 3-5 minutes, turning, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss to coat each piece in the sticky glaze.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken; cook in batches if needed for the best golden-brown crust.
Tip 2: For a bit of heat, add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Tip 3: This recipe works great with boneless, skinless chicken thighs as well; just adjust cooking time as needed.
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