Hot Honey Chicken Sliders Recipe
Introduction
Hot Honey Chicken Sliders are a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors wrapped in a soft slider bun. They make an excellent appetizer or a fun meal for gatherings and game days.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken (breasts or thighs)
- 8 slider buns
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the chicken thoroughly in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side depending on thickness.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix the honey with chili flakes to create the hot honey sauce.
- Step 3: Assemble each slider by placing cooked chicken on the bottom half of a slider bun, then drizzle with the hot honey sauce, and top with the bun.
Tips & Variations
- For extra crispiness, lightly toast the slider buns before assembling.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes depending on how spicy you like your sliders.
- Add a slice of cheese or pickles for additional flavor and texture.
Storage
Store leftover sliders separately from any sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the chicken and buns in a skillet or microwave before assembling to keep the buns from becoming soggy.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use pre-cooked chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use pre-cooked chicken to save time. Just warm it up and toss it in the hot honey sauce before assembling the sliders.
How spicy are these sliders?
The heat level depends on how much chili flakes you add to the honey. Start with a teaspoon and adjust to taste for a mild to medium spice level.
PrintHot Honey Chicken Sliders Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make Hot Honey Chicken Sliders combine tender cooked chicken with a spicy-sweet honey chili sauce, served on soft slider buns. Perfect for a quick meal or party appetizer, these sliders offer a delightful mix of sweet heat and savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 sliders 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, boneless and skinless
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Hot Honey Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
For Assembly:
- 8 slider buns
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt and black pepper evenly. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes.
- Make the Hot Honey Sauce: In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, gently warm the honey and stir in the chili flakes to infuse the heat evenly. Adjust chili flake quantity based on your heat preference.
- Assemble the Sliders: Slice the cooked chicken into slider-sized pieces or shred it as preferred. Place a portion on the bottom half of each slider bun, drizzle generously with the hot honey sauce, and top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken for 30 minutes in a mix of olive oil, salt, and pepper before cooking.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes in the honey to control the spiciness of the sauce.
- These sliders can be made using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
- Serve with pickles or coleslaw for added texture and flavor contrast.
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