Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces about 1.5 inches each for even cooking. Season immediately with salt and pepper on both sides so flavors penetrate before grilling starts.

Combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, ginger powder, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Whisk thoroughly until honey dissolves completely and garlic is evenly distributed throughout the glaze mixture.

Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving small gaps between each bite for heat circulation. This spacing ensures even cooking in exactly 12-15 minutes without any undercooked centers or burnt edges.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil grates lightly to prevent sticking. Place sticky honey garlic grilled chicken bites recipe skewers directly on hot grates and cook for 6-7 minutes on the first side without moving them constantly.

Flip skewers and brush generously with the honey garlic glaze coating each piece evenly. Continue cooking for another 6-8 minutes while brushing every 2 minutes with remaining sauce to build that signature sticky exterior.

In the final minute, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water and brush onto the chicken bites. This creates a glossy, clingy glaze that catches light beautifully and locks in all flavors perfectly.

Remove from grill when chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and the glaze is dark and caramelized. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish immediately with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for visual appeal.