Today’s Tasty Pick: Tangy honey-garlic chicken bites

Hello Friday, our favourite day of the week!

We have powered through the chaos, the coffee runs, and the endless to-do lists — and now it’s time to relax. The energy tank? Running on empty. The desire to cook something complicated? Nowhere to be found.

That’s why tonight calls for something quick, tasty, and totally stress-free — like these tangy honey garlic chicken bites!

Skip the takeaway and treat yourself to a homemade win that’s easy on your budget and big on flavour.
Less work, more yum — that’s how we do Fridays around here!

How to make tangy honey-garlic chicken bites

Serves: 2-3

• 500g boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size chunks
• 2 tablespoons flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (or any cooking oil)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)
• Fresh parsley or coriander for garnish

Method:

1. Prep the chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and a light dusting of flour — just enough to coat it lightly.
2. Sear it: Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: In the same pan, lower the heat. Add butter and minced garlic — sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and chili flakes. Let it bubble for a minute.
4. Coat and glaze: Return the chicken to the pan and toss it in the sauce until glossy and sticky — about 3–4 minutes.
5. Finish strong: Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
   
   Serve with:
   *Steamed jasmine rice
   *Potato wedges
   *Or a light side salad with cucumber and tomato for freshness
   
   Asanda’s tip:
   *If you like extra sauce, double the honey, soy, and lemon mix — it turns into the perfect drizzle for rice or bread.
   
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