Honey Garlic Chicken Bites 

Honey Garlic Chicken Bites 
 These Honey Garlic Chicken Bites are juicy, tender, and coated in a sticky-sweet glaze with the perfect hint of garlic. They’re easy to make and are great as an appetizer, snack, or main dish! Serve them over rice or alongside some roasted veggies for a delicious meal that the whole family will love. 
 Ingredients:
• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
o 1/3 cup honey
o 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
o 4 cloves garlic, minced
o 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
o 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
o 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
• For Garnish (optional):
o 1 tbsp sesame seeds
o 2 tbsp chopped green onions
 Directions:
1. Prepare the Chicken:
o In a large bowl, toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Cook the Chicken:
o Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
o Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:
o In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).
o Stir in the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
4. Thicken the Sauce:
o In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
o Add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 1-2 minutes.
5. Coat the Chicken:
o Return the cooked chicken bites to the skillet and toss them in the honey garlic sauce until they are fully coated and heated through.
6. Serve and Garnish:
o Transfer the Honey Garlic Chicken Bites to a serving dish. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
o Serve these delicious bites over rice, noodles, or with your favorite side dishes!
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins | Servings: 4 | Calories: 320 kcal per serving