These sticky honey garlic chicken bites are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a rich, sweet-and-savory glaze. Perfect for dinner, snacks, or party appetizers!
📝 Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 500g boneless chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 eggs
- Oil for frying
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- ⅓ cup honey
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and garlic powder
- Dip chicken pieces in beaten eggs, then coat in the flour mixture
2. Fry Until Crispy
- Heat oil in a pan
- Fry chicken pieces until golden and crispy (about 5–6 minutes)
- Remove and set aside
3. Make the Sauce
- In another pan, add honey, soy sauce, garlic, ketchup, and vinegar
- Cook for 2–3 minutes on medium heat
- Add cornstarch slurry and stir until thick and glossy
4. Toss & Coat
- Add crispy chicken to the sauce
- Toss well until every piece is fully coated
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with steamed rice 🍚
- Pair with noodles or fried rice
- Garnish with sesame seeds & green onions
💡 Pro Tips
- Double fry the chicken for extra crispiness
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick 🌶️
- Use chicken thighs for juicier bites
- Don’t overcook the sauce—it thickens quickly
🔥 Why This Recipe Goes Viral
- Quick & easy (ready in 30 minutes)
- Perfect balance of sweet + savory
- Great for meal prep & parties
- Crowd-favorite flavor