Description
Deliciously sweet and savory chicken bites, marinated in a rich honey garlic sauce and air-fried to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix chicken pieces with cornstarch, ensuring they are well coated.
- In a small bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the marinated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Let the chicken bites rest for a few minutes before serving, optionally drizzling with more honey and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
Notes
Don’t skip the marination step for improved flavor. Ensure the air fryer is preheated for optimal crispiness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: air fryer, honey garlic, chicken bites, easy recipe, family dinner