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Golden brown honey soy chicken bites served on a platter ready for game day. 2026

Easy Honey Soy Chicken Bites


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Savory chicken bites tossed in a sticky honey soy garlic glaze, perfect for game day snacks or quick weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 12 tbsp oil
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds, optional
  • 2 tbsp chopped scallions, optional

  • Instructions

    1. Cut the chicken into even bite-sized cubes.

    2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and rice vinegar.

    3. Add chicken to the bowl and toss to coat, then marinate for 15–20 minutes.

    4. Heat oil in a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

    5. Remove chicken from the marinade, reserving the liquid.

    6. Arrange chicken in the hot skillet without overcrowding and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

    7. Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.

    8. Stir in cornstarch mixed with water and cook until the sauce is thick and glossy.

    9. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped scallions, tossing to coat.

    10. Serve immediately and enjoy.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: appetizer
    • Method: pan-fry
    • Cuisine: asian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: about 6 pieces
    • Calories: 280
    • Sugar: 12
    • Sodium: 800
    • Fat: 10
    • Saturated Fat: 1
    • Unsaturated Fat: 7
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 18
    • Fiber: 0
    • Protein: 25
    • Cholesterol: 70

    Keywords: honey, soy, chicken, appetizer, gameday, skillet, garlic, glaze, easy