Description:
These air fryer honey mustard chicken bites are tender and juicy, coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze. Perfect for a quick snack, appetizer, or meal!
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Honey Mustard Sauce:
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Toss the chicken pieces in olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Arrange the chicken bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Prepare the Honey Mustard Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Glaze the Chicken:
- Toss the cooked chicken bites in the honey mustard sauce until well coated.
- Serve:
- Transfer the glazed chicken bites to a serving plate, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with additional honey mustard sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 9g
Notes:
- Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variations.
- Adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the sauce by tweaking the honey and mustard ratio.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes to retain crispiness.
Enjoy these flavorful and tender air fryer honey mustard chicken bites—a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! 🍗✨