Chinese Chicken Bites

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Chinese

Chinese Chicken Bites are flavorful, tender mini drumsticks simmered in a savory soy-vinegar sauce infused with garlic and bay leaves. Perfect for casual gatherings or family dinners, this dish offers a tangy, umami-rich experience that appeals to those who enjoy bold Asian-inspired flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. water
  • 1/2 c. soy sauce
  • 6 Tbsp. vinegar
  • 4 garlic gloves
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  1. Combine water, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic gloves, and bay leaves in a large electric skillet.
  2. Heat the mixture until just a boil.
  3. Add the thawed chicken drummettes to the skillet.
  4. Cook for approximately 20 minutes on medium heat until chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

203 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.9g 12% DV
Total Fat 6.4g 8% DV
Carbs 35.4g 13% DV
Fiber 7.3g 26% DV
Sugar 5g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1853mg 81% DV
Potassium 297.8mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 80.5mcg 9% DV
Vitamin C 11.7mg 13% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 228.8mg 18% DV
Iron 11.8mg 65% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Soy

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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