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Baked Honey BBQ Chicken Bites

Baked Honey BBQ Chicken Bites
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Enjoy crispy and tender Baked Honey BBQ Chicken Bites with a perfect balance of sweet honey and smoky BBQ flavors. These bite-sized chicken pieces are coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb crust and baked to perfection, then tossed in a delightful honey BBQ glaze. This easy-to-make recipe offers a healthier alternative to frying and is perfect as snacks, appetizers, or a main dish.

Ingredients

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Chicken & Coating

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free alternative)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 eggs, whisked
  • Olive oil or cooking spray, for greasing and drizzling

Honey BBQ Sauce

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (use your favorite brand)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the boneless chicken into evenly sized bite-sized pieces to ensure uniform cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels to help the coating adhere better.
  2. Set Up the Breading Station: In one bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the crispy coating.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, then roll thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the breadcrumbs stick well on all sides.
  4. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated chicken bites on a greased baking sheet or a parchment-lined tray. Lightly drizzle or spray olive oil over the pieces to promote crispiness during baking.
  5. Bake Until Golden and Crisp: Bake the chicken bites in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through to brown evenly. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Prepare the Honey BBQ Sauce: While baking, mix the honey and BBQ sauce in a small bowl. Adjust proportions to your desired sweetness and smokiness.
  7. Toss and Serve: Once baked, immediately toss the crispy chicken bites in the honey BBQ sauce until evenly coated. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Make sure chicken pieces are cut to similar sizes for even cooking and crispiness.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter, crunchier coating compared to regular breadcrumbs.
  • For extra crispiness, bake chicken bites on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet to allow air circulation.
  • Check baking time at 15 minutes to avoid drying out the chicken; adjust time as needed.
  • Toss chicken in the sauce just before serving to keep the coating crisp.

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