Asian Chicken Bites

Name: Super Sticky Asian Chicken Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, cubed; 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp cornstarch; 3 tbsp neutral cooking oil; green onions for garnish, if desired; sesame seeds, if desired; 1 tbsp oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp honey; 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce; 1-2 tsp sriracha, depending on how spicy you would like it; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 2 tbsp sweet Thai chili sauce; 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar; 1 tsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp water

Kelley Simmons
Updated March 18, 2025
4.25 from 8 votes
15 comments

These Super Sticky Asian Chicken Bites are a great alternative to take-out! They are sticky, sweet and dripping with sauce which can be served as an appetizer or with rice to make it a meal. Made with a delicious homemade sauce, this 30 minute recipe is a great healthy option for busy weeknights.

Are a fan of yummy Asian style chicken recipes? Then you have to try my Black Pepper Chicken, Chicken Chow Mein, this super simple Teriyaki Chicken, and my Honey Garlic Chicken!

asian chicken bites topped with sesame seeds and green onions

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Asian Chicken Bites

Is there anything better than sticky asian chicken bites dripping in sauce! The sauce is loaded with SO MUCH FLAVOR! It’s the perfect combination of sweet and tangy with the smallest hint of spice thanks to the sriracha.

I love making takeout inspired dishes like this at home to control the sweetness, saltiness and spiciness to my taste! These Asian Chicken Bites go perfectly with fried rice to soak up all of that delicious sauce.

Best of all this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes! While the chicken is marinating I make the asian inspired sauce. Then I shallow fry the chicken over high heat until it is golden brown on both sides. Then I toss it in the sauce and serve!

saucy asian chicken bites in large skillet

Asian Chicken Bite Ingredients

Marinade:

Chicken: I used boneless skinless chicken breast however chicken thighs work great too!
Soy Sauce: Is added to flavor the chicken.
Cornstarch: Helps to tenderize the chicken. Using cornstarch and soy sauce or water as a marinade with chicken is known as “velveting“.

Asian Sauce:

Vegetable Oil: Or any other neutral cooking oil is used to shallow fry the chicken.
Garlic: We use 2 cloves of fresh minced garlic. You can also substitute the minced garlic for powdered or granulated garlic.
Honey: The perfect ingredient to bring in a little sweetness to this sticky sauce.
Soy Sauce: Gives the dish saltiness and umami flavor. Make sure to use low sodium soy sauce to control the salt level.
Rice Wine Vinegar: Helps to balance the acidity in the sauce.
Sweet Thai Chili Sauce: Adds more sweetness and flavor. If you have never had sweet Thai chili sauce you are missing out! You can find it in the International isle of the grocery store or online here.
Sriracha: Gives this dish a hint of spice. Add more or less depending on your taste.
Sesame Oil: For some added nutty flavor. A little goes a long way.

author picking up asian chicken bite with wooden chopsticks

How to Make Sticky Asian Chicken Bites

Marinate your chicken: Start by adding the cubed chicken, soy sauce and cornstarch to a medium bowl and toss to coat the chicken. Allow the chicken to marinade for 15 minutes while you are prepping the rest of your ingredients.

marinating cubed chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch in white bowl

Cook chicken bites: Heat 3 tbsp of oil in a large skillet with high sides. When the oil is nice and hot add in the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes a side or until the chicken is fully cooked.

browning chicken bites in large silver skillet

Make sauce: Heat oil in a small saucepan. Add in garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes or until the garlic becomes fragrant and starts to brown. Add in honey, soy sauce, sriracha, sesame oil, sweet thai chili sauce and rice wine vinegar. Whisk and bring the sauce to a simmer. Meanwhile add cornstarch and water to a small bowl and whisk until smooth and lump free. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan and whisk until the sauce is thickened. It should be able to coat the back of a spoon.

Add the sauce to the skillet with the chicken and toss to combine. Serve immediately with sesame seeds and green onions for garnish!

Tips and Variations

Serve this delicious Asian style chicken recipe with white or brown rice. For a low carb option try it out with cauliflower rice instead.
Make sure to use both hands when breading the chicken. One hand for wet ingredients and one hand for dry. This helps from getting the dreaded breading hands.
Top the chicken bites with green onions and extra sesame seeds.
Want more heat? Add in fresh or dried chiles or crushed red pepper flakes. Chili garlic sauce would also be so good on this!
Want less spice? Skip the sriracha!

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cubed asian chicken in white bowl topped with sesame seeds and green onions

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Comments

Dannii

May 22, 2023

Such a great way to use chicken breast and the flavours were insane.
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Jen Vinuya

May 22, 2023

Everyone at my house loved this! Such an amazing recipe! Will definitely make it again!
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