Juicy, crispy chicken bites coated in a sticky-sweet honey garlic glaze — this easy recipe is a crowd favorite that gets people talking (and drooling). Perfect for family dinners, party trays, or just flexing in the kitchen!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Chicken:
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1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 cup buttermilk (or 1 egg + 2 tbsp milk)
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup cornstarch
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Oil for frying
For the Honey Garlic Glaze:
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½ cup honey
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
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1 tsp chili flakes (optional for heat)
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1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Instructions
1. Prep the Chicken
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
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Dip into buttermilk (or egg mixture), then dredge in a mix of flour + cornstarch.
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