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Tangy Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

These Tangy Honey Garlic Chicken Bites are quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight meal or entertaining, these succulent chicken pieces are coated in a sweet and savory glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Whisk
  • Paper towels

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water for slurry)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sriracha, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Add chicken pieces to the marinade, coat well, then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Cooking

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Remove chicken from marinade, reserving the marinade, and pat chicken dry with paper towels for browning.
  • Add chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary, to avoid overcrowding.
  • Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (165°F / 74°C internal temperature), then remove and set aside.
  • Pour the reserved marinade into the hot skillet, bring to a simmer, and whisk in the cornstarch slurry.
  • Cook, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
  • Return cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the thickened sauce.

Serving

  • Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds, then serve hot.

Notes

For extra crispiness, consider air frying the chicken after marinating instead of pan-frying, then toss with the thickened sauce. If you prefer less spice, reduce the amount of sriracha or omit it entirely. This dish pairs well with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.