Ingredient Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs Balsamic Butter Chicken Bites 4.6 (7) 5 Reviews These balsamic butter chicken bites are crispy and sticky sweet, thanks to balsamic glaze. Cooking balsamic vinegar with a bit of brown sugar helps it achieve the perfect consistency to cling to the chicken. Serve these tasty bites on a platter with wooden picks for guests to enjoy, or get creative by wrapping them up in a sandwich or using them as a flavorful salad topper. By Craig Ruff Craig Ruff Craig Ruff was first exposed to professional food service while working for an event center at the business school he was attending. There, he was responsible for maintaining the kitchen for caterers. He has been a lifelong cook, and followed his passion through culinary school and to working in restaurants. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 6, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Active Time: 35 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: 8 Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as canola or avocado 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons light brown sugar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves Directions Position rack in top third of oven; preheat broiler. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. Toss chicken, oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt on the prepared baking sheet until evenly coated. Arrange in a single layer, leaving space between each piece. Broil until lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Remove from oven; discard any excess liquid. Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, mustard, brown sugar and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer, stirring often, until thick and syrupy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Whisk in butter until completely melted and the mixture resembles a caramel sauce. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl, reserving 1 tablespoon for later use. Add the chicken to the balsamic mixture in the medium bowl; toss until evenly coated. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Arrange the chicken mixture in a single layer on the same baking sheet. Broil until glossy and deeply browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest portion registers 165°F, about 3 minutes. Remove from oven; brush with the reserved 1 tablespoon balsamic mixture. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with thyme. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle EatingWell.com, February 2024 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 208 Calories 13g Fat 3g Carbs 21g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 8 Serving Size 1/3 cup Calories 208 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 3g 1% Dietary Fiber 0g 0% Total Sugars 2g Added Sugars 1g 2% Protein 21g 41% Total Fat 13g 17% Saturated Fat 4g 20% Cholesterol 111mg 37% Vitamin A 31µg Vitamin C 0mg 0% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 1mg 7% Folate 4µg Vitamin K 3µg Sodium 386mg 17% Calcium 14mg 1% Iron 1mg 5% Magnesium 22mg 5% Potassium 243mg 5% Zinc 2mg 15% Vitamin B12 0µg Omega 3 0g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.