Maple Chicken & beef bacon Sliders Recipe
These Maple Chicken & Beef Bacon Sliders combine tender, juicy chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy maple-Dijon mustard sauce, topped with crispy beef bacon and fresh arugula, all nestled in soft slider buns. Perfect for a quick yet flavorful snack or a party appetizer, these sliders offer the perfect balance of savory and sweet with a delicious crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 sliders 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Chicken & Marinade
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Bacon & Sliders
- 6 slices beef bacon
- 6 slider buns
- 1 cup arugula
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the chicken after initial searing.
- Season Chicken: Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance flavor.
- Prepare Maple-Dijon Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup and Dijon mustard until smooth to create a sweet and tangy glaze.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, forming a golden crust to lock in juices.
- Glaze & Bake: Brush both sides of the seared chicken breasts with the maple-Dijon mixture, then transfer the skillet or chicken to the oven. Bake for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Cook Bacon: While the chicken bakes, cook the beef bacon slices in a separate skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain excess fat on paper towels to keep bacon crisp.
- Slice Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and slice it thinly for easy slider assembly.
- Assemble Sliders: Lay a layer of fresh arugula on the bottom half of each slider bun. Top with sliced chicken, a crispy bacon slice, and cover with the top bun.
- Serve: Serve the sliders immediately while warm and enjoy the combination of sweet, savory, and fresh flavors.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a slice of sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese to each slider.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier, more flavorful slider.
- Substitute beef bacon with turkey bacon for a leaner option.
- Can be prepared ahead: cook chicken and bacon, then assemble sliders just before serving.
- To keep sliders warm, cover with foil and place in a low oven (200°F) until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
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