Description

These Easy Honey Barbecue Chicken Bites are the perfect quick and delicious appetizer for any gathering, featuring tender chicken tossed in a sweet and tangy honey barbecue sauce.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound boneless

skinless chicken breasts or thighs

cut into bite-sized pieces

1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)

1/4 cup honey

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley or green onions

chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
In a large bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss until fully coated with the sauce.
Spread the coated chicken pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions before serving.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the sauce mixture. These bites can also be cooked on a grill for a smoky flavor.

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 30
Category: Appetizer
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 265 kcal
Sugar: 22 g
Sodium: 540 mg
Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 22 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

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