Ingredients (serves 4):

1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup honey
3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thicker glaze)
Sesame seeds and chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
Season chicken: In a bowl, toss chicken bites with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Air fry chicken: Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
Prepare honey garlic glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. If you want it thicker, mix cornstarch with 1 tsp water and stir into the sauce.
Toss chicken in glaze: Once chicken is cooked, transfer to a bowl and toss with the honey garlic sauce until evenly coated.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot with rice, noodles, or as an appetizer.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12 minutes
Calories: ~250 kcal per serving

Notes:

Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket for crispiness. Cook in batches if necessary.
Can be made ahead: cook chicken and store sauce separately in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat and toss before serving.
For extra flavor, marinate chicken in 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp garlic for 15–30 minutes before air frying.