Copycat Restaurant Snack: Bold BBQ Chicken Bites
Find the best Copycat Restaurant Snack: Bold BBQ Chicken Bites recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a casual get-together or tailgating. Enjoy this bold, smoky twist on a classic street food favorite with your friends and family!
Allergens
Soy (depending on the store-bought BBQ sauce), Gluten (if using a gluten-containing BBQ sauce)
Ingredients
- 1. 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2. 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite store
- bought or homemade) 3. 1/4 cup honey 4. 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 5. 1/4 cup brown sugar 6. 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 7. 2 tsp smoked paprika 8. 1 tsp chili powder 9. 1 tsp garlic powder 10. Salt and black pepper, to taste 11. 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Cut the chicken thighs into 1 inch bite sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 7 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the cooked chicken and stir well to coat each piece evenly. Cook for an additional 2 3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken beautifully.
Chef’s Insight
The secret to these Bold BBQ Chicken Bites is using a high-quality, tangy BBQ sauce and allowing it to thicken up just right. Make sure the chicken is cooked through but still tender.
Notes
This recipe is perfect for tailgating or a casual get-together with friends.