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Baked Honey BBQ Chicken Bites Recipe

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These Baked Honey BBQ Chicken Bites offer a crispy, flavorful twist on classic chicken bites, coated in a crunchy cornflake crust and smothered in a rich, homemade honey BBQ sauce. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, this easy recipe uses simple ingredients and bakes the chicken to juicy perfection, making it a healthier alternative to fried chicken bites.

Ingredients

Chicken and Coating

  • 2 pounds (907g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
  • 5 cups (140g) corn flakes cereal, crushed lightly
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup (60g/ml) milk

Honey BBQ Sauce

  • 3/4 cup (222g) your favorite BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Rays Original recommended)
  • 1/4 cup (85g) honey
  • 1/4 cup (68g) ketchup

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup. Set these aside while you prepare the chicken.
  2. Flour coat the chicken: Place the bite-sized chicken pieces into a large bowl. Add the all-purpose flour and stir well to coat each piece evenly. This layer helps the egg mixture adhere better in the next step.
  3. Prepare cornflake coating and egg wash: In a separate large bowl, combine the crushed corn flakes, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until blended.
  4. Coat chicken with egg and cornflakes: Dip each floured chicken piece into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off to avoid clumps. Then, roll generously in the cornflake mixture, shaking off any excess crumbs. Arrange coated chicken pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Repeat for all chicken pieces.
  5. Bake the chicken bites: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through to ensure even crispiness and cooking. Once done, remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain juiciness.
  6. Make the honey BBQ sauce: While the chicken bakes, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, and ketchup in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes, whisking occasionally until warm and well blended, developing a luscious glaze.
  7. Coat chicken with sauce: Transfer the baked chicken bites into a large bowl. Pour the warm honey BBQ sauce over them and gently toss to coat every piece in the flavorful sauce. Serve immediately while warm.
  8. Storage and reheating: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. To reheat, microwave until warmed through to enjoy the crispy, saucy chicken bites again.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the chicken bites for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  • Use crushed cornflakes instead of breadcrumbs for a unique and extra crunchy texture.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier bites, adjusting baking time if pieces are larger.
  • Ensure chicken pieces are evenly coated to prevent sogginess.
  • These bites can be served with ranch or blue cheese dressing as dipping sauces.
  • The sauce can be adjusted to taste by adding a bit of cayenne pepper for heat or mustard for tang.

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