Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

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Delicious Honey Garlic Chicken Bites served on a plate.

Why Make This Recipe

Honey Garlic Chicken Bites are a quick and tasty dish perfect for any meal. They combine sweet honey, savory garlic, and tender chicken for a delicious flavor. This recipe is easy to make and ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Plus, it pairs well with rice, making it a complete meal.

How to Make Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Cooked rice (for serving)

Directions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken cubes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix together honey, garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
  4. Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
  5. Stir to coat the chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Serve over cooked rice.

How to Serve Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

Serve the Honey Garlic Chicken Bites hot over a bed of cooked rice. You can also add some steamed vegetables for a balanced meal. This dish is great for lunch or dinner and can be a hit at parties.

How to Store Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can stay fresh for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply microwave until warm or heat in a skillet over medium heat.

Tips to Make Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

  • For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate in the honey garlic mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Adjust the honey and garlic amount to find your perfect balance of sweetness and savoriness.
  • If you like a bit of spice, add some red pepper flakes to the honey garlic sauce.

Variation (if any)

You can easily customize this recipe. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for different protein options. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to make it a stir-fry dish.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?

Yes, but be sure to thaw the chicken completely before cooking.

What can I use instead of honey?

You can try maple syrup or agave nectar for a different flavor.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

To make it gluten-free, use a gluten-free soy sauce.

Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

A quick and tasty dish of chicken bites coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Cooked rice for serving

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chicken cubes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  • In a bowl, mix together honey, garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
  • Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
  • Stir to coat the chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Serve over cooked rice.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate in the honey garlic mixture for 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust the honey and garlic amount to find your perfect balance of sweetness and savoriness. If you like a bit of spice, add some red pepper flakes to the honey garlic sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or skillet.
Keyword Chicken Bites, Easy Recipe, Honey Garlic Chicken, Quick Dinner, Weeknight Meal

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