Description
These Ultimate Honey Mustard Chicken Sliders are a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors with tender, juicy chicken pieces coated in a homemade honey mustard marinade, served on soft slider buns with creamy mayonnaise and melted cheese. Ideal for quick meals or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
Additional Ingredients
- 4 slider buns
- 4 teaspoons mayonnaise
- 4 slices cheddar or Swiss cheese
- Lettuce, pickles, or sliced tomatoes for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Start by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easy slider assembly.
- Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine honey, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional thyme or rosemary. Add the chicken pieces and toss thoroughly until all pieces are well coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat a grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken pieces for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- Toast the Buns: While the chicken cooks, lightly toast the slider buns on the grill or in the oven until warm and slightly crispy, adding a pleasant texture contrast.
- Assemble the Sliders: Spread mayonnaise evenly on the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Place a generous scoop of the cooked honey mustard chicken atop each, then add a slice of cheddar or Swiss cheese. Add optional toppings such as lettuce, pickles, or sliced tomatoes.
- Serve: Place the top halves of the buns over the fillings, arrange the sliders on a platter, and serve immediately while warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor without making the meat mushy.
- You can substitute Dijon mustard with spicy brown mustard for a sharper taste.
- Adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary enhances the flavor complexity but can be omitted.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Slider buns can be substituted with mini sandwich rolls or dinner rolls.
