Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

Honey Garlic Chicken Bites are the ultimate combination of sweet and savory flavors, featuring crispy, tender chicken coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce. These bite-sized pieces of chicken are easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for dinner or as an appetizer. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or a special occasion, this dish will satisfy your craving for something sweet, savory, and incredibly delicious. Serve with your favorite side dishes for a meal everyone will love!

For the chicken bites:

1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1 large egg, beaten

2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)

For the honey garlic sauce:

1/4 cup honey

3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (optional for extra flavor)

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for a spicy kick)

1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

DIRECTIONS:

Prepare the chicken bites:

Coat the chicken: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dip each chicken piece into the beaten egg, then dredge it in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.

Fry the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches, about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the cooked chicken bites from the skillet and set them aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Make the honey garlic sauce:

Prepare the sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally …