Ponzu Chicken Bites Recipe

Name: Ponzu Chicken Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup dark rum; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey to taste; 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks; Vegetable oil for frying; 1 cup flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon paprika; Limes wedges and hot sauce on the side; 3 tablespoons for dipping sauce-freshly squeezed lime juice-; 3 tablespoons for dipping sauce-soy sauce; 1 tablespoon for dipping sauce-agave syrup and honey

Servings: persons

1/4 cup dark rum
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey to taste
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks
Vegetable oil for frying
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
Limes wedges and hot sauce on the side
3 tablespoons for dipping sauce-freshly squeezed lime juice-
3 tablespoons for dipping sauce-soy sauce
1 tablespoon for dipping sauce-agave syrup and honey

1
Prepare marinade, stirring together lime juice, rum, soy sauce, and agave or honey in a bowl until well mixed. Add the chicken to the marinade and let marinate for a minimum of 1 hour and up to overnight in the refrigerator.
2
Pour enough oil in a heavy thick bottomed pan so that it comes up the sides at least a half an inch. Heat oil on medium high until a little pinch of flour sizzles when you drop it in the pan, you now know the oil is hot enough to use.
3
While the oil is heating, whisk together the flour, paprika, and salt in a bowl. Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture and transfer to a plate.
4
Fry the chicken in about 3 batches, about 3 minutes on each side, until deep golden brown and the chicken is cooked through. (If the chicken is browning too quickly, reduce the heat a bit). Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to soak up the excess oil.
5
Whisk together the dipping sauce and serve with the hot sauce and lime wedges on the side.

438

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup dark rum, 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey to taste, and more.

Yes, Ponzu Chicken Bites falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ponzu Chicken Bites

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