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Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders

Irresistible Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders for Game Day Fun

These Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders combine grilled chicken thighs with a delightful sauce for an irresistible game day appetizer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 sliders
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Sliders
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Pounded to an even thickness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For grilling
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt For seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
For the Honey Chipotle Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Star ingredient
  • 2 tablespoons Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Adjust for spice level
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup For sweetness and acidity balance
For the Slaw
  • 2 cups Green Cabbage Shredded
  • 1 cup Purple Cabbage Shredded
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise For slaw dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar For tang
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar To balance acidity
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream For creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Milk To thin the sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For Serving
  • 8 buns Brioche Slider Buns For sliders
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For toasting the buns

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the Creamy Coleslaw: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar. Add green and purple cabbage and carrots; toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  2. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, and garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  3. Cook the Honey Chipotle Sauce: In a saucepan, combine honey, chipotle peppers, and ketchup over medium heat. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Grill the Chicken Thighs: Preheat grill to medium-high. Brush chicken with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  5. Coat Chicken in Sauce: Toss grilled chicken in the warm honey chipotle sauce until evenly coated.
  6. Toast the Buns: Melt butter in a skillet, cut buns in half and toast in the skillet until golden.
  7. Assemble Sliders: Layer honey chipotle chicken, creamy coleslaw, and creamy garlic sauce on the buns and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Adjust spice levels in the sauce and toppings to your preference. Store leftovers appropriately for the best experience.

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