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Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders

Sweet Heat: Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders for Game Day Bliss

Enjoy delicious Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders, a perfect blend of sweet and spicy for your game day gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 sliders
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Ensure thickness for even grilling.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for grilling.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth and depth.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Provides sweetness.
  • 2 pieces Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Finely chopped for even distribution.
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Forms the sauce base.
For the Buns and Slaw
  • 8 pieces Brioche Slider Buns Use high-quality for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For toasting buns.
  • 2 cups Shredded Green Cabbage Adds crunch to slaw.
  • 1 cup Purple Cabbage Visually enhances the slaw.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Adds sweetness to slaw.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Base for coleslaw dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Provides acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Balances flavor in the slaw.
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Adds creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Thin out the sauce.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.

Equipment

  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • medium bowl
  • skillet
  • Small saucepan
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the coleslaw by whisking together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar, then mix with cabbages and carrots.
  2. Make garlic sauce by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, and garlic, stirring until creamy.
  3. Prepare honey chipotle sauce by simmering honey, chopped chipotle peppers, and ketchup until thickened.
  4. Grill the chicken after seasoning with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown and reaching 165°F.
  5. Coat the grilled chicken in the honey chipotle sauce until well covered.
  6. Toast brioche slider buns in a skillet until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Assemble sliders by placing chicken on buns, topping with coleslaw and garlic sauce, then closing with the bun top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep chicken, slaw, and sauce separate until ready to serve for best results.

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