Healthy Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Bites
Enjoy tender, crispy chicken bites coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, cooked effortlessly in the air fryer.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons honey (raw or organic)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder (optional for extra crispiness)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and pat dry.
- Toss chicken with oil, salt, pepper, and cornstarch if using.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Cook chicken for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Whisk honey, garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar until smooth.
- Coat cooked chicken with sauce, then return to air fryer for 2 minutes for extra glaze.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For extra crispiness, toss chicken in cornstarch before cooking.