Description
Sweet & Smoky Honey Garlic Chicken Bites are the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized chicken pieces are marinated in a rich combination of honey, garlic, and smoked paprika, then baked to perfection for a crispy exterior and tender interior. Ideal for any occasion—be it game day, family dinners, or festive gatherings—these chicken bites are simple to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With only 10 minutes of prep time needed, you can whip up these delicious morsels quickly and easily. Whether served as appetizers or part of a main dish, they’re guaranteed to be the star of the show.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- ½ cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken pieces and ensure they are well coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread marinated chicken on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg