Honey Garlic Air Fryer Chicken Bites
Crispy air fryer chicken bites tossed in a rich honey garlic sauce.Quick, easy, and healthier than fried chicken.Perfect for weeknight dinners or snacks.
Ingredients
- 1,000 g chicken breasts
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups flour
- 4 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
For the honey garlic sauce:
- 4 tsp sesame oil
- 6 garlic cloves crushed
- 0.5 cup honey
- 6 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1.5 cup water
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt and lemon juice to taste
Instructions
- Cube the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In separate bowls, place flour and panko breadcrumbs. Season each with salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Whisk eggs in a third bowl.
- Coat chicken pieces in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with oil.
- Cook at 200°C (400°F) for 15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Meanwhile, prepare the Honey Garlic Air Fryer Chicken Bites sauce by combining sesame oil, garlic, honey, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, and cornstarch mixed with water in a saucepan.
- Simmer until slightly thickened, then season with salt and lemon juice.
- Toss the cooked chicken in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve immediately with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- Serve with rice, noodles, or a fresh salad.
- Add chili flakes for extra heat.
- Substitute chicken thighs for juicier bites.