Looking for a bold, unique twist on your usual chicken recipe? These Pickled Garlic Honey Chicken Bites bring a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and umami flavors with a viral twist—thanks to pickled garlic. Inspired by popular TikTok flavor hacks, this dish combines tender, bite-sized chicken pieces with sticky honey, spicy chili, and punchy pickled garlic to deliver a snack or meal that’s anything but boring.
Whether you serve them as an appetizer, a meal-prep protein, or a party favorite, these chicken bites are flavorful, easy to make, and totally addictive.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons oil (olive or avocado)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4–5 cloves pickled garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Optional: sesame seeds, chopped green onions, cooked rice for serving
Instructions:
- Prep the Chicken
Season your chicken bites with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. - Sear the Chicken
Cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the skillet and set aside. - Make the Sauce
In the same pan, lower the heat to medium. Add the minced pickled garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, sriracha, and sesame oil. - Toss It Together
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss to coat every piece in the glossy, sticky sauce. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. - Serve & Garnish
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot as-is, or over a bed of rice or lettuce wraps for a meal.
These Pickled Garlic Honey Chicken Bites are sweet, spicy, and deeply savory with just the right amount of kick. They’re the perfect quick fix for bold-flavor lovers!