Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Breast Bites
Crispy golden chicken bites with a sticky honey garlic glaze that'll have you hooked from the first nibble.
Total: 25 minPrep: 10 minCook: 15 min4 servingsDifficulty: Easy⭐ 4.8 (120+ ratings)$
Ingredients
Servings:
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Steps
- 1 Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- 2 In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 3 Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10 minutes.
- 4 Flip chicken and cook for another 5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- 5 In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and cornstarch. Heat until thickened.
- 6 Toss cooked chicken in the honey garlic glaze.
- 7 Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Saucepan
Variations
- For a spicy kick, add chili flakes to the glaze.
Substitutions
Pairings
- Steamed jasmine rice
- Asian slaw
Nutrition
Calories:
280 kcal
Fat:
10g fat
Carbs:
8g carbohydrates
Protein:
35g protein
Fiber:
0g fiber
Sugar:
6g sugar
Sodium:
500mg sodium
Tips
- For extra crispiness, ensure chicken pieces are patted dry before seasoning.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Freezing: Freezes well for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.