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Crispy Honey Butter Chicken Bites

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Make golden, juicy chicken bites coated in a simple, sticky honey butter glaze. These are easy to prepare and perfect as an appetizer or main dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (or cooking spray for air fryer)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Dredge the chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture. Press the flour onto the chicken to help it adhere.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (or preheat your air fryer to 400°F/200°C). Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-6 minutes per side. If air frying, cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway. Drain cooked chicken on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.
  4. Make the glaze: While the chicken cooks, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes, if using. Whisk until the sauce simmers and thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
  5. Glaze the bites: Place the cooked chicken bites in a large bowl. Pour the honey butter glaze over the chicken. Toss gently until all pieces are evenly coated and sticky.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can double-coat the chicken: dredge in flour, dip in egg, then back into the flour mixture.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for an extra minute or two.
  • Serve these bites over steamed rice or with a side of steamed broccoli.

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