Description
Maple Chicken & Bacon Sliders are a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. With juicy maple-glazed chicken and crispy bacon nestled between soft slider buns, these sliders are quick to prepare and delightfully satisfying. Ideal for game day, family dinners, or casual gatherings, this recipe allows for customization with your favorite toppings. The combination of maple syrup and Dijon mustard adds a unique twist that both kids and adults will love. Serve them warm with your choice of sides for a delicious meal that will impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 6 slices bacon
- 6 slider buns
- 1 cup arugula
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine maple syrup and Dijon mustard.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook seasoned chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Brush one side of the chicken with half of the maple mixture before flipping; then bake on a baking sheet for about 10 minutes.
- In the same skillet, cook bacon until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- Slice baked chicken into thin pieces.
- Assemble sliders: layer arugula, sliced chicken, and crispy bacon on slider buns.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg