Honey Garlic Chicken Bites (Printer-Friendly)
Golden seared chicken bites glazed in honey garlic sauce atop rich creamy cheese-infused rice.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons honey
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
→ Creamy Rice
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1 cup jasmine rice
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2 cups chicken broth
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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2 ounces cream cheese
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1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Combine jasmine rice and chicken broth in a large pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
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Stir butter, heavy cream, cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan into cooked rice over low heat. Continue stirring until cheeses melt and mixture is uniformly creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Keep warm.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook chicken in batches without crowding, 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
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Push chicken to skillet edges. Add butter and minced garlic to center and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and coats chicken.
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Spoon creamy cheese-infused rice onto plates. Top with honey garlic chicken bites and garnish with fresh parsley for a bright herbal note.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing chicken to ensure a golden crust.
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Slowly melting the cheeses into the rice creates a luxurious creamy texture.