Honey BBQ Chicken Sliders

Ready in

75 mins

Cuisine

American · Southern

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

25 min

Serving

6-8 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~550 kcal

Spicy Level

Spicy
Recipe by Delicate Kitchen on Instagram
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For the Chicken Marinade

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare and Marinate Chicken

    Slice two large chicken breasts into smaller, slider-sized pieces. Place the chicken in a bowl. Add 1 cup of buttermilk, 1-2 tablespoons of hot sauce, 1 teaspoon each of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well to ensure all chicken pieces are coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and for at least , or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

  2. Prepare Dry Dredge

    In a separate bowl, combine 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon each of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.

  3. Dredge and Fry Chicken

    Take the chicken pieces and dredge them one by one in the dry flour mixture, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Press the flour mixture onto the chicken to create a good crust. Heat 4 cups of vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven to 350-375°F (175-190°C). Carefully place the dredged chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for per batch, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C). Remove the fried chicken and place it on a wire rack to drain excess oil.

  4. Prepare Honey BBQ Sauce

    In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of BBQ sauce, 1/4 cup of honey, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, and 1 tablespoon of hot sauce. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and the sauce is and slightly thickened, about .

  5. Coat Chicken in Sauce

    Add the freshly fried chicken pieces to the warm honey BBQ sauce in the saucepan. Toss gently to ensure all chicken pieces are evenly coated with the sauce.

  6. Assemble Sliders

    Lightly the slider buns if desired. Spread a generous amount of ranch dressing on the bottom half of each slider bun. Place a sauced chicken piece on top of the ranch. Add a few dill pickle slices on top of the chicken. Place the top half of the bun to complete the slider. Serve immediately.

Before You Cook

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  • No Buttermilk?

    • 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice (rest 5 min) — Most reliable in baking.
    • 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp white vinegar
    • 3/4 cup plain yogurt thinned with 1/4 cup milk

  • No All-purpose flour?

    • White whole wheat flour (1:1)
    • 1 cup minus 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp cornstarch (cake flour swap)

  • No Cornstarch?

    • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (per 1 tbsp cornstarch)
    • Arrowroot powder (1:1)
    • Tapioca starch (1:1)

  • No Honey?

    • Maple syrup (1:1)
    • 1 1/4 cup sugar + 1/4 cup water (per 1 cup honey)

  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy and soy.
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Plan Ahead

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  • Prepare and Marinate Chicken30 minutes or overnight

    Slice two large chicken breasts into smaller, slider-sized pieces. Place the chicken in a bowl. Add 1 cup of buttermilk, 1-2 tablespoons of hot sauce, 1 teaspoon each of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well to ensure all chicken pieces are coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Use different types of BBQPreparation tip

    Use different types of BBQ sauce for varied flavors, such as smoky or spicy.

  • Add a slice of cheeseCustomise

    Add a slice of cheese to the sliders for a cheeseburger-style twist.

  • Substitute ranch dressing with blueIngredient swap

    Substitute ranch dressing with blue cheese dressing or a spicy mayo.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Cooking tipFor Extra Crispy Chicken

    Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature (around 350-375°F or 175-190°C) before frying.

  • PreparationMarinating the Chicken Overnight Will

    Marinating the chicken overnight will result in more tender and flavorful chicken.

  • Flavour tipToast the Slider Buns Lightly

    Toast the slider buns lightly before assembling for better texture and to prevent them from getting soggy.

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