Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders
By Isabella Quinn
Servings
4
Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders are a popular dish with sweet and smoky flavors. Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders are a favorite among diners. A recipe for grilled chicken thighs is featured here. Chicken thighs are glazed with a reddish-brown honey chipotle glaze and slightly charred edges. Other toppings and garnishes for these sliders include purple and green cabbage slaw. Brioche buns and coleslaw add contrasting textures to the dish. Honey Chipotle Chicken Sliders would be a good choice as an appetizer or party food. Creamy garlic sauce and other ingredients add flavor contrasts to each bite. Preparing part of the dish ahead of time can help make a fresher final product that diners will enjoy.
Ingredients
- •1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (Pounded to an even thickness)
- •1 tbsp olive oil (For grilling)
- •1 tsp kosher salt
- •½ tsp black pepper
- •⅓ cup honey
- •2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo (Finely chopped)
- •¼ cup ketchup
- •6 whole soft brioche slider buns
- •2 tbsp unsalted butter (For toasting buns)
- •1 cup shredded green cabbage
- •½ cup purple cabbage (Thinly sliced)
- •½ cup shredded carrots
- •¼ cup mayonnaise
- •1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- •1 tsp sugar
- •¼ cup mayonnaise
- •2 tbsp sour cream
- •1 tbsp milk
- •2 cloves garlic (Minced)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp sugar until smooth. Add shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, and shredded carrots. Toss thoroughly and chill in the refrigerator.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, and minced garlic, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until creamy and set aside.
- 3
In a small saucepan, combine honey, chopped chipotle peppers, and ketchup over medium heat. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until it thickens into a glossy sauce, then remove from heat.
- 4
Rub chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through and charred.
- 5
Toss the grilled chicken in the warm honey chipotle sauce until coated.
- 6
Toast the brioche buns with butter on a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes. Assemble each slider with a chicken thigh, creamy coleslaw, and drizzle with garlic sauce before placing the top bun.
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