Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Bites with Sesame Ginger Noodles

Shopping list

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts — cut into bite-sized pieces

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• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour

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• 2 whole eggs — beaten

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• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

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• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

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• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

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• salt

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• black pepper

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• oil

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• 0.33 cup honey

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• 0.33 cup soy sauce

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• 3 cloves garlic — minced

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• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

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• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

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• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger — grated

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• 1 teaspoon cornstarch — mixed with 2 teaspoons water

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• 12 oz noodles or spaghetti

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• 3 tablespoons soy sauce

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• 1 tablespoon honey

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• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

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• 1 teaspoon ginger — grated

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• 2 cloves garlic — minced

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• 3 whole green onions — sliced

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• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

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• fresh cilantro — chopped

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Step by step

1. 1

   Season the chicken pieces with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

2. 2

   Coat each chicken piece in flour, dip into the beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches for 4– 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until crispy, golden brown, and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.

4. 4

   In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger. Bring to a gentle simmer.

5. 5

   Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for 1– 2 minutes until the sauce becomes thick and glossy.

6. 6

   Add the crispy chicken to the sauce and toss until every piece is generously coated.

7. 7

   Cook the noodles according to package directions, then drain.

8. 8

   Heat sesame oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and ginger and cook for about 30 seconds.

9. 9

   Add the noodles, soy sauce, and honey. Toss over medium heat for 2– 3 minutes until the noodles are evenly coated.

10. 10

    Serve the sticky honey garlic chicken alongside the noodles. Finish with green onions, sesame seeds, and chopped cilantro.