Description
Irresistible Honey Garlic Chicken Bites: A Flavor Explosion in Every Bite
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. Season Chicken: Start by lightly seasoning the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. This simple step helps to enhance the natural flavors of the meat.
2. Cook Chicken: Next, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until it’s golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Keep an eye on the chicken, making sure not to overcrowd the pan for optimal browning.
3. Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil. This combination of sweet, savory, and aromatic ingredients will create the irresistible sauce that coats the chicken.
4. Combine & Thicken: Once the chicken is cooked, pour the prepared sauce over the top. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Stir this slurry into the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Serve: Finally, garnish the Honey Garlic Chicken Bites with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired. Serve the dish hot, accompanied by your choice of rice, noodles, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
To ensure your Honey Garlic Chicken Bites turn out perfectly every time, here are a few additional tips:
– Avoid Overcrowding the Skillet: When cooking the chicken, make sure to leave enough space in the pan to allow for proper browning. Working in batches, if necessary, will prevent the chicken from steaming instead of crisping up.
– Adjust Sauce Consistency: If you prefer a thicker sauce, simply increase the amount of cornstarch in the slurry. Conversely, if you’d like a thinner consistency, use less cornstarch.
– Get Creative with Variations: Feel free to experiment with the recipe by adding a touch of grated ginger, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, or even a splash of rice vinegar for a tangy twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg