Air Fryer Turkey Chicken Bites (Printable)

Tender turkey or chicken bites glazed with honey and soy, featuring a sweet-savory crisp edge.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 Make It:

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 and toss to coat evenly. Let rest for at least 10 minutes or refrigerate up to 1 hour for enhanced flavor.
03 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
04 - Place marinated meat cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
05 - Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the meat is golden brown, caramelized, and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
06 - Transfer bites to a serving platter, drizzle with any remaining sauce, and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped chives or green onions. Serve immediately with toothpicks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crispy edges and juicy centers with barely any effort—the air fryer does almost all the work.
  • The honey-soy glaze tastes like you've been cooking all day, but it comes together in under 30 minutes.
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd without heating up your whole kitchen.
02 -
  • Don't skip shaking the basket halfway—this is what separates unevenly cooked from perfectly golden.
  • If your bites look dry, you've either overcooked them or used chicken breast when thighs would have been kinder; thighs stay juicy even if you go a minute over.
03 -
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce or tamari and taste before serving—the salt concentrates during cooking.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; the bites need space for air to circulate, so work in batches if you're doubling the recipe.
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