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Honey Mustard Chicken Sliders

Honey Mustard Chicken Sliders That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Delightful Honey Mustard Chicken Sliders, combining tender chicken with tangy-sweet sauce, quick to prepare and utterly customizable.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or rice flour for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • to taste salt & black pepper
  • 2 large eggs or flax egg for egg-free
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or traditional breadcrumbs
  • for frying vegetable oil canola or olive oil also works
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
  • 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
For the Sliders
  • 12 slider buns Hawaiian rolls or pretzel buns
  • 12 slices cheddar cheese or Swiss/provolone
  • lettuce, tomatoes, pickle chips to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Shallow dishes
  • tongs
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Cut chicken into slider-sized pieces, about 2-3 inches square.
  2. Set Up Breading Station: Set up three shallow dishes with flour, eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Bread the Chicken: Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Rest the Chicken: Let breaded chicken rest for 10-15 minutes on a plate.
  5. Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to about 350°F.
  6. Fry Chicken: Fry chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Drain Chicken: Remove fried chicken and place on a wire rack with paper towels.
  8. Make Honey Mustard Sauce: Whisk mayonnaise, mustard, honey, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to combine.
  9. Toast Buns (Optional): Lightly toast buns to add texture.
  10. Assemble Sliders: Spread honey mustard on toasted buns, add chicken, cheese, and toppings.
  11. Serve: Enjoy the sliders warm for any occasion.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allowing the breaded chicken to rest ensures the coating stays intact during frying. Customize the sauce based on your flavor preference.

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