Honey Garlic Chicken Bites (Printer-Friendly)
Succulent honey garlic chicken paired with velvety, cheesy jasmine rice for an indulgent, cozy dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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½ 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
→ Rice
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1 cup jasmine rice
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2 cups chicken broth
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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¼ cup heavy cream
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50 grams cream cheese (about ¼ cup), softened
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps to Make This:
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Combine jasmine rice and chicken broth in a pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
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Stir butter, heavy cream, cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan into cooked rice over low heat until cheeses melt and mixture is 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, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add chicken in a single layer and cook 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.
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Push chicken to skillet edges. In center, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for one minute until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer for 4 minutes, coating chicken with thickened sauce.
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Serve creamy cheese-infused rice on plates, top with honey garlic chicken bites, and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
# Additional Notes:
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Avoid overcrowding the skillet when searing chicken to ensure a golden crust. Toast Italian seasoning briefly before adding to rice for enhanced aroma.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Reheat gently with splash of water or broth to maintain creaminess.