Who doesn’t love a good slider? Fried chicken sliders are a fun and tasty way to enjoy a meal! These little sandwiches pack a punch with flavor and are perfect for gatherings or a family dinner. The crispy chicken combined with the creamy sauce and melted cheese makes each bite irresistible. Plus, they’re easy to make and sure to please everyone at the table!
Method
Prepare the Chicken
First, I start by cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. This makes it easier to cook and ensures that each slider has a perfect amount of chicken. Once the chicken is cut, I place it in a mixing bowl. I add the paprika, garlic granules, and dried parsley to the chicken and mix everything well. I want to make sure each piece is evenly coated in the seasoning, as this will enhance the flavor of the chicken. After seasoning, I heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. Once the pan is hot, I carefully add the seasoned chicken pieces. I fry them for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are cooked through and golden brown. The aroma of the sizzling chicken fills the kitchen, and I can tell they are ready when they have a nice, golden crust and no longer show any pink inside.
Make the Sauce
While the chicken is cooking, I prepare the sauce that will take these sliders to the next level. In a separate bowl, I combine sriracha mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and Philadelphia cream cheese. I use a whisk to blend everything together until it’s smooth and creamy. This sauce is a perfect mix of spicy and tangy, with a rich texture from the cream cheese. Once the chicken is cooked, I remove it from the heat and stir it into the sauce, making sure every piece is well coated. This step is crucial, as it ensures that all that delicious flavor gets soaked into the chicken, making each bite utterly irresistible.
Assemble the Sliders
Now it’s time to assemble the sliders! I take a baking dish and layer the bottom with the bread rolls. These will serve as the foundation for my sliders, and I want them to soak up all the flavors from the filling. I then top the bread rolls with slices of mozzarella cheese, which will melt beautifully in the oven. After placing the cheese on the rolls, I spoon the chicken mixture generously over the cheese, ensuring an even distribution. To finish it off, I add a sprinkle of grated mozzarella on top of the chicken mixture for an extra cheesy goodness. Finally, I place the tops of the bread rolls back on to complete the sliders.
Prepare the Garlic Butter
To give the sliders a tasty finish, I prepare a garlic butter mixture. I melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, being careful not to let it burn. Once the butter is melted, I mix in fresh parsley, garlic granules, and garlic paste, creating a fragrant and flavorful blend. I lather this mixture generously over the tops of the rolls, ensuring every slider is coated in that delicious garlic butter. This step will add a wonderful aroma and flavor to the sliders once baked.
Bake the Sliders
With everything assembled and coated in garlic butter, I pop the dish into a preheated oven. I cover the baking dish with foil for about 5 minutes. This helps trap the heat and steam, allowing the cheese to melt beautifully. After 5 minutes, I carefully remove the foil, revealing the sliders. I let them bake for another 3-5 minutes until the cheese is gooey and bubbly, and the tops of the rolls are golden brown. The anticipation builds as the sliders bake, and I can already smell the mouthwatering aromas wafting through the kitchen.
Once they’re done, I take them out of the oven and let them cool for a moment before serving. These sliders are not only delicious but also a fun and satisfying meal that everyone will love!
Fried Chicken Sliders
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Frying pan
- Baking dish
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 450 g diced chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic granules
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- For the Sauce:
- 60 g sriracha mayo
- 4 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 20 g sriracha
- 60 g Philadelphia lightest cream cheese
- For the Garlic Butter:
- 20 g butter
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic granules
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- To Serve/Toppings:
- 6 bread rolls
- Mozzarella slices
Instructions
- First, I cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl. I add the paprika, garlic granules, and dried parsley to the chicken and mix everything well so that each piece is coated in the seasoning. Next, I heat a frying pan and fry the seasoned chicken until it’s cooked through and golden brown.
- While the chicken is cooking, I prepare the sauce. In another bowl, I combine the sriracha mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and Philadelphia cream cheese. Once the chicken is done, I stir it into the sauce, making sure each piece is covered.
- Now it’s time to assemble the sliders! I layer the bottom of a baking dish with the bread rolls, then top them with mozzarella slices. After that, I spoon the chicken mixture over the cheese, adding a sprinkle of grated mozzarella on top. I place the tops of the bread rolls back on and prepare the garlic butter.
- For the garlic butter, I melt the butter and mix in the parsley, garlic granules, and garlic paste. I lather this mixture over the tops of the rolls before popping the dish in the oven. I cover it with foil for about 5 minutes to help the cheese melt, then I remove the foil and let it bake for another 3-5 minutes until the cheese is gooey and bubbly.
Notes
Serving Suggestions
These fried chicken sliders are perfectly served with crispy fries or a fresh salad. You could also add extra toppings like sliced pickles or lettuce for some crunch!
Fun Fact
Did you know that sliders originated in the United States during World War II? They were small sandwiches that were easy to prepare and perfect for soldiers on the go!
Conclusion
Fried chicken sliders are a delicious and fun meal that everyone will love. They’re simple to make and perfect for any occasion. Give this recipe a try, and I promise you’ll want to make them again and again!