Sticky, saucy, and dangerously easy. These honey garlic chicken bites come together in one pan, hit that sweet-savory balance, and are perfect for busy nights when you still want something really good. Serve them over fluffy rice and enjoy!
If you love recipes that require minimal effort, you are also going to love my Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe, Creamy Pesto Pasta & my Creamy Sausage Pasta!! These are dishes the entire family are sure to enjoy!
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Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Garlic
- Cornstarch
- Butter
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Green onions
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Marinate the chicken!
Cook the chicken, add in the butter, honey & soy sauce!
Let the sauce thicken & add in the green onions off heat & mix!
Serve with rice & green beans, enjoy!!
- Season the chicken:
Add the cubed chicken to a large bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cornstarch. Toss until every piece is evenly coated. - Cook the chicken:
Heat 2–3 tablespoon oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 7–8 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden and fully cooked through. - Mix the sauce:
While the chicken cooks, whisk together soy sauce, water, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Set aside. - Sauce it up:
Lower the heat slightly. Add butter and honey to the pan, letting them melt and bubble for about 30 seconds. Pour in the soy sauce mixture and stir well. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken beautifully. - Finish & serve:
Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped green onions. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately over rice, with green beans or broccoli on the side.
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Substitutions
- Chicken: Chicken thighs work great and stay extra juicy.
- Soy sauce: Use low-sodium or swap with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Honey: Maple syrup works if that’s what you’ve got.
Equipment
- Large non-stick skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Tongs or spatula
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until warmed through.
Top tips for Success
Don’t overcrowd the pan — you want golden edges, not steamed chicken.
The cornstarch on the chicken helps it crisp and cling to the sauce.
Sauce thickens fast, so keep stirring once it’s in the pan.
FAQ
Yes, but it’s best fresh. If prepping ahead, cube and season the chicken in advance and cook right before serving.
Nope — but a pinch of chili flakes or chili crisp takes it to the next level.
Rice is classic, but it’s also great in lettuce cups, wraps, or over noodles.
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Pairing
These are my favorite desserts to serve with this recipe:
10-Minute Honey Garlic Chicken Bites Recipe
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Season the chicken: Add the cubed chicken to a large bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cornstarch. Toss until every piece is evenly coated. (WATCH FULL VIDEO BELOW)
- Cook the chicken: Heat 2–3 tablespoon oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 7–8 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden and fully cooked through.
- Mix the sauce: While the chicken cooks, whisk together soy sauce, water, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Sauce it up: Lower the heat slightly. Add butter and honey to the pan, letting them melt and bubble for about 30 seconds. Pour in the soy sauce mixture and stir well. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken beautifully.
- Finish & serve: Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped green onions. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately over rice, with green beans or broccoli on the side. (WATCH FULL VIDEO BELOW!)
Notes
Food safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
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