Grilled Chicken Bites Garlic Sauce (Print)

Juicy grilled chicken pieces served with creamy garlic dipping sauce—quick, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing.

# Components:

→ Chicken Bites

01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon honey
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

→ Creamy Garlic Sauce

10 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
11 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 garlic clove, minced
13 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar
14 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Combine olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken thigh pieces and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
02 - Blend mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, lemon juice or vinegar, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth, then chill until serving.
03 - Thread marinated chicken pieces evenly onto skewers, leaving some space between each piece for even cooking. If not using skewers, proceed to grilling directly.
04 - Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken bites for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, ensuring an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
05 - Arrange grilled chicken bites on a platter. Drizzle or serve with creamy garlic sauce and garnish with chopped parsley.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Juicy chicken with golden char and a smoky hint
  • Super simple marinade with familiar pantry ingredients
  • Creamy garlic dipping sauce made in minutes
  • Ready in about 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Great for meal prep or feeding a crowd at BBQs
02 -
  • High protein recipe that is both filling and healthy
  • Leftover chicken is great cold in salads wraps or rice bowls
  • The garlic sauce keeps up to four days in the fridge
03 -
  • Cut chicken pieces as uniform as possible for even grilling
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling for juiciest bites
  • If you love extra sauce double the garlic sauce and use leftovers as a veggie dip or salad dressing

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