Description
Maple Chicken Bacon Sliders are a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors featuring tender baked chicken glazed with a maple Dijon sauce, crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, and cheddar cheese all stacked in soft slider buns. These sliders are easy to prepare and make an irresistible appetizer or main dish for gatherings and family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Bacon and Toppings
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup sliced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Assembly
- 12 slider buns
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the chicken thoroughly.
- Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear each chicken breast for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown to lock in flavor.
- Bake Chicken: Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked through to ensure tenderness and juiciness.
- Cook Bacon: While the chicken is baking, cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess fat.
- Make Maple Dijon Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the maple syrup and Dijon mustard. Mix well to create a sweet and tangy glaze.
- Glaze Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, take it out of the oven and brush the maple Dijon glaze generously over each piece for added flavor and moisture.
- Slice Chicken: Cut the glazed chicken breasts into slider-sized pieces that fit perfectly on the buns.
- Assemble Sliders: Place a piece of glazed chicken on the bottom half of each slider bun. Top with a slice of crispy bacon, shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Serve: Cover each slider with the top bun and serve immediately to enjoy warm, flavorful sliders perfect for any occasion.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the maple Dijon sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Use thick-cut bacon if you prefer a meatier bite on your sliders.
- To keep the sliders warm before serving, cover them loosely with foil.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese such as pepper jack or Swiss for different tastes.
- These sliders pair well with crispy fries or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
