Description
These Easy Crispy Honey Chicken Bites are your new go-to for a fast, flavor-packed meal. Whether you’re hunting for quick dinner ideas, a casual party appetizer, or just fun food ideas to please the whole family, this easy recipe delivers on all fronts. The chicken is crispy outside, juicy inside, and drenched in a sticky honey glaze that satisfies your takeout cravings without leaving home. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, it’s a crowd-pleaser that hits all the right notes—crunchy, sweet, savory, and absolutely addictive.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and black pepper to taste
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Honey Sauce:
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Instructions
- Pat chicken pieces dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and cornstarch.
- Dredge chicken in flour, then egg, then cornstarch.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches until golden and crisp, about 5-6 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and garlic powder. Simmer.
- Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thick and glossy.
- Toss fried chicken with honey sauce. Serve hot with sesame seeds or scallions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer