Description
Delicious bite-sized chicken pieces glazed with sweet maple syrup, perfect for a quick appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
- Toss the chicken pieces in the glaze and let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in cornstarch mixed with a little water to thicken the sauce.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce coats the chicken.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Notes
For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the glaze. Ensure chicken is fully cooked to 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 28g