Make crunchy, bite-sized chicken sandwiches topped with a simple, flavorful garlic sauce, perfect for appetizers or a quick meal.
Author:Ahazzam
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:20 min
Total Time:35 min
Yield:12 sliders
Category:Appetizer
Method:Frying
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup buttermilk
Vegetable oil, for frying
12 slider buns
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Optional toppings: Pickles, shredded lettuce
Instructions
Prepare the chicken dredge: In one shallow bowl, mix the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. In a second bowl, whisk the eggs and buttermilk together.
Dredge the chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip off, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
Fry the chicken: Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken pieces in batches for 4 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and place on a wire rack to drain.
Make the garlic sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and parsley. Mix well until smooth.
Assemble the sliders: Lightly toast the slider buns if desired. Spread a generous amount of garlic sauce on both halves of each bun. Place 3 to 4 pieces of crispy chicken on the bottom bun. Add pickles or lettuce if using, then top with the bun crown.
Notes
For air frying, spray the dredged chicken lightly with cooking spray and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
You can prepare the garlic sauce up to one day ahead and store it in the refrigerator.
Use small brioche or potato slider buns for the best texture.