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Spicy Honey Glazed Chicken Bites with Creamy Cilantro Dip — restaurant-quality recipe photo

Spicy Honey Glazed Chicken Bites with Creamy Cilantro Dip

  • Author: Maxine Delarue
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Sweet Heat Fusion
  • Method: Baking or Grilling
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Description

Deliciously spicy and sweet, these honey-glazed chicken bites are perfect for any gathering. Paired with a creamy cilantro dip, they offer a burst of flavor in every bite!


Ingredients

– 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

– 1/4 cup honey

– 2 tbsp sriracha

– 1 tbsp soy sauce

– 1 tbsp olive oil

– 1 tsp garlic powder

– 1 tsp onion powder

– Salt and pepper to taste

– Fresh cilantro, for garnish

For the Dip:

– 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

– 1/4 cup mayonnaise

– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

– 1 tbsp lime juice

– 1 clove garlic, minced

– Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1. 1. In a bowl, mix honey, sriracha, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

2. 2. Add chicken pieces to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.

3. 3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a grill.

4. 4. Arrange the marinated chicken bites on a baking sheet or skewers.

5. 5. Bake or grill for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly charred.

6. 6. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dip by mixing yogurt, mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

7. 7. Serve the chicken bites hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, alongside the creamy cilantro dip.


Notes

– For extra heat, increase the amount of sriracha.

– You can also use chicken thighs for a juicier option.

– These bites can be made ahead and reheated in the oven.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 bites
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken, spicy, honey, appetizer