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20 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken Bites served with vegetables on a plate

Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

Quick and easy chicken bites coated in a sticky, sweet, and garlicky glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breasts Cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 pieces)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil Can substitute with olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 6 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp red chili pepper flakes Optional
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp water To thin out the glaze
  • 2 tbsp cold butter
  • to taste chopped chives For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken into 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a bowl, toss the chicken with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
  3. Add cornstarch and mix well to give the chicken that crispy texture.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken to the skillet and sear it until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add minced garlic and red chili flakes (if using). Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and water. Cook until the sauce slightly thickens, about 2 minutes.
  5. Drop in cold butter and swirl until the sauce is glossy.
  6. Toss the chicken back into the pan to coat it with the sauce.
Serving
  1. Plate it up, garnish with chopped chives, and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or sauté briefly on the stove. Consider swapping chicken for tofu or cauliflower for a vegan version.