Sweet, sticky, and just a little spicy, these Honey Sriracha Chicken Bites are the kind of quick chicken dinner that disappears fast. Tender bite-size pieces of chicken are seared in a hot skillet, coated in a simple honey sriracha sauce, and cooked until the glaze turns glossy, thick, and irresistible.
This easy chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights because it uses a short list of ingredients and comes together quickly. The flavor is bold without being complicated: honey adds sweetness, Sriracha brings gentle heat, and fresh garlic and ginger give the sauce a warm, savory finish. Serve these chicken bites over rice, tuck them into lettuce wraps, or pair them with vegetables and potatoes for a simple dinner everyone can enjoy.
If you enjoy sweet and spicy chicken, this recipe is likely to become a regular in your dinner rotation. Honey and Sriracha are the main flavors here, but the garlic and ginger keep the sauce from tasting one-dimensional. As the chicken cooks, the sauce reduces in the skillet and clings to every piece, creating a sticky glaze that works beautifully with the juicy chicken.
The heat level is easy to adjust. As written, the recipe has a mild kick rather than intense spice. Add more Sriracha if you prefer a stronger burn, or use a little less if you want the sauce to stay mostly sweet. Chicken thighs are especially tender and flavorful, but chicken breasts can also be used if that is what you have on hand.
What You’ll Need
Scroll to the recipe card below for the full ingredient amounts and detailed instructions.
- Chicken – Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are tender and flavorful, but chicken breasts work too.
- Honey – Adds sweetness and helps create the sticky glaze.
- Sriracha – Gives the sauce its signature sweet heat.
- Garlic – Adds savory depth to the sauce.
- Ginger – Brings freshness and warmth.
- Oil – Helps brown the chicken in the skillet.
- Chives – A fresh garnish that finishes the dish nicely.
How To Make Honey Sriracha Chicken Bites
- Chop the chicken. Cut the chicken into small, bite-size pieces. Try to keep the pieces similar in size so they cook evenly.
- Make the sauce. In a small bowl, stir together the honey, Sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth and well combined.
- Brown the chicken. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken and let it brown for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the glaze. Pour the honey sriracha sauce into the skillet. Stir well so every piece of chicken is coated. Continue cooking until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened into a sticky glaze.
- Finish and serve. Remove the skillet from the heat, sprinkle the chicken with fresh chives or green onions, and serve warm.
Helpful Tools
- Large non-stick skillet
- Silicone-coated tongs
- Garlic and ginger grater
Recipe Tips & Suggestions
- Want more sauce? Double the sauce ingredients if you like extra glaze for serving over rice or dipping.
- Cut evenly. Similar-size chicken pieces cook at the same rate, so you will not end up with some pieces overcooked while others need more time.
- Make it spicier. Add more Sriracha, serve extra on the side, drizzle more over the finished chicken, or stir in red pepper flakes or finely chopped jalapeno.
- Scale it up. This simple recipe can be doubled or tripled. The sauce may take a little longer to thicken, and the chicken may need an extra minute or two to cook through.
- Store leftovers. Keep leftover chicken bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. The glaze may not be quite as thick after reheating, but the flavor will still be delicious.
How To Serve
Honey Sriracha Chicken Bites are easy to pair with many simple sides. Serve them over white rice for a fast dinner, or add roasted vegetables for a balanced meal. They also go well with crispy potatoes, asparagus, steamed broccoli, or a fresh cucumber salad.
For a lighter option, spoon the sticky chicken into crisp lettuce leaves and add extra chives or green onions on top. The sweet and spicy glaze also makes these chicken bites a great choice for meal prep bowls with rice and vegetables.
More Easy Chicken Dinners
- Baked Ranch Chicken
- Chicken Fries
- Orange Chicken
- Baked BBQ Chicken
- Bourbon Chicken
Honey Sriracha Chicken Bites
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, or 4 small thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha hot sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
Instructions
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Cut the chicken into about 1/2-inch pieces, keeping them as even as possible.
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Whisk the honey, Sriracha, garlic, and ginger together until well combined.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil. When the oil is hot and shimmering, add the chicken and toss to coat. Let the chicken brown for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add the sauce and increase the heat to high. Stir well to coat all the chicken pieces, then continue tossing the chicken as the sauce cooks down.
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Once the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened into a sticky glaze, remove it from the pan. Sprinkle with chives and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
| Carbohydrates: 18g
| Protein: 33g
| Fat: 11g
| Saturated Fat: 2g
| Sodium: 238mg
| Sugar: 17g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.