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Crispy fried chicken bites coated in a shiny honey glaze with a bowl of ranch

Sweet Honey Chicken Bites with Buttermilk Ranch

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup all -purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarc h
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprik a
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 large egg s
  • 2 tbsp wate r
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup clover honey
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup mayonnais e
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup buttermil k
  • 1 tsp dried dill weed
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp fresh chives, finely minced

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, dill, onion powder, garlic powder, sea salt, ground pepper, and chives; cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, cracked black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  3. In a separate shallow bowl, whisk eggs with 2 tablespoons of water to create an egg wash.
  4. Dredge chicken pieces in the flour mixture, dip into the egg wash, and then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture again.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry chicken pieces in batches for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Drain the fried chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to maintain crispness.
  8. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, butter, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes; whisk until the butter is melted and the sauce begins to simmer.
  9. Place the fried chicken bites in a large bowl, pour the honey glaze over them, and toss until evenly coated.
  10. Serve the glazed chicken bites immediately with the chilled buttermilk ranch dipping sauce.