Honey Soy Turkey Bites

# 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

# Directions:

01 - Whisk soy sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a large bowl until smooth.

02 - Add turkey or chicken cubes to the marinade, toss to coat evenly, and let rest for at least 10 minutes or up to 1 hour refrigerated.

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. Work in batches if necessary.

05 - Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until meat is golden, 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 sesame seeds and chopped chives or green onions. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

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Ready in under half an hour, so you can make them even when guests text theyre already on their way.
The honey caramelizes into a glossy, crisp edge that makes each bite feel indulgent without any deep frying.
Works with turkey or chicken, and even tastes better the second time you make it because youll know exactly when to shake the basket.

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Dont skip shaking the basket halfway through, I learned this the hard way when half my bites were pale and the other half were charred.
If you want extra caramelization, brush a tiny bit more honey on the bites in the last 2 minutes, but watch them closely or theyll go from glossy to burnt in seconds.

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