Crispy Chicken Bites with Honey Pepper Sauce

 

Here's a delicious recipe for Crispy Chicken Bites with Honey Pepper Sauce:

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Crispy Chicken Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight in the fridge).
2. In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge in flour mixture until well coated.
4. Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
5. Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through (about 3-5 minutes per batch). Drain on paper towels.

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Honey Pepper Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened (about 2 minutes).
3. Toss the fried chicken bites in the sauce or drizzle over top when serving.

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Serving Suggestions:

• Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
• Pair with steamed rice, roasted veggies, or fries.

Would you like a baked or air-fryer version of this too?