Maple Chicken Sliders
If you’re in search of a crowd-pleasing appetizer, look no further than these Maple Chicken Sliders! These sliders feature tender marinated chicken paired with a luscious maple glaze, delivering a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for game nights, casual gatherings, or busy weeknights, these sliders are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 sliders 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 12 slider buns
- 1 lb turkey bacon (or plant-based bacon)
- Optional: Arugula or baby spinach, sliced cheese
Instructions
- Cut chicken into slider-sized pieces and marinate in olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- In a saucepan, combine maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and optional red pepper flakes; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Cook turkey bacon until crispy and crumble it.
- Assemble sliders by spreading glaze on buns, adding chicken, bacon, and optional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://www.sweetfamilytable.com/maple-chicken-bacon-sliders/