Description
Baked chicken bites are the perfect crowd-pleaser, combining crispy exteriors with juicy, tender chicken inside. These flavorful morsels are easy to prepare and serve with a delightful sweet-and-spicy dipping sauce, making them ideal for game nights or family dinners. Transform your gatherings with this nostalgic dish that will keep everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss in a bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- While the chicken bakes, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and sriracha in a separate bowl.
- Once cooked, drizzle the sauce over the chicken bites and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Serve warm with extra sauce on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Experiment by adding spices like cumin or oregano for unique variations. For juicier bites, substitute boneless skinless chicken thighs.