Airfryer Turkey Chicken Bites (Printable version)

Juicy turkey or chicken bites glazed with honey and soy for sweet-savory flavor and crisp edges.

# Ingredient List:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless turkey breast or chicken breast, cut into ¾ inch cubes

→ Marinade & Sauce

02 - 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
03 - 1½ tbsp honey
04 - 1 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
07 - ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

→ Garnish

08 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
09 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika until smooth.
02 - Add turkey or chicken cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Let marinate at least 10 minutes or up to 1 hour refrigerated for deeper flavor.
03 - Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
04 - Place marinated meat cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary.
05 - Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden, caramelized, and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
06 - Transfer bites to a serving platter, drizzle with any remaining marinade, and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped chives or green onions. Serve immediately with toothpicks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 25 minutes total, so you can go from frozen to appetizer without stress.
  • The honey-soy glaze creates crispy edges while keeping the meat juicy inside, which is honestly the hardest part of cooking poultry.
  • Naturally dairy-free and easy to customize for dietary preferences.
  • One air fryer basket feeds a crowd, and people always ask for the recipe.
02 -
  • Don't skip the halfway shake—it's the difference between evenly caramelized and unevenly cooked, which I discovered the embarrassing way at my first attempt.
  • If your honey starts to burn (dark spots on the pieces), your air fryer runs hot; dial back the temperature by 10°C next time or reduce the honey by a half tablespoon.
03 -
  • For extra caramelization in the last 2 minutes, brush the bites with a little extra honey—they'll get this beautiful glossy finish that looks fancier than it is.
  • If you're worried about drying out the meat, use chicken thighs instead of breast; they're more forgiving and stay juicier, which I learned after my first overly dry batch.
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