New Year’s Chili Honey Chicken Bites
New Year’s Chili Honey Chicken Bites are a sensational combination of sweet and spicy flavors that will elevate any gathering. Tender pieces of chicken are coated in a sticky chili honey sauce, making each bite an explosion of taste. Perfect for celebrations, these crowd-pleasers are not only simple to prepare but also guarantee to impress your guests with their vibrant appearance and mouthwatering aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup raw honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and chili flakes until smooth.
- Toss the chicken pieces in the sauce until fully coated.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in batches and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours for enhanced flavor. - Adjust the chili flakes based on your heat preference. - For added crunch, consider tossing in chopped jalapeños or substituting honey with maple syrup for a different twist.