Description
These Easy Crispy Honey Chicken Bites are golden, crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a sticky-sweet honey glaze. Perfect for a quick dinner, appetizer, or party snack, this recipe comes together in about 30–40 minutes and is guaranteed to satisfy.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (slurry)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and cut into even bite-sized pieces.
- In one bowl, mix flour with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a second bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour, then the egg, then the breadcrumbs.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
- Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
- In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Toss fried chicken in the sauce just before serving.
- Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes