Fried Chicken Slider

Crispy, golden perfection meets bite-sized indulgence with these irresistible Fried Chicken Sliders! Featuring tender, marinated boneless chicken thighs fried to a crunchy coating with a flavorful blend of paprika, garlic, and cayenne, these sliders are a crowd-pleaser for game days, parties, or family dinners. Nestled between soft, pillowy slider buns and topped with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, tangy pickles, and a slather of creamy mayonnaise, each bite is packed with texture and bold flavor. Easy to make in just 40 minutes, this recipe combines classic Southern-style fried chicken with handheld convenience, making it an instant hit. Serve them piping hot, and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless chicken thighs
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 8 pieces Slider buns
• 8 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 8 pieces Sliced tomatoes
• 8 pieces Pickles
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the boneless chicken thighs. Cut each thigh into two equal-sized pieces to fit the slider buns.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the buttermilk, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Add the chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are covered. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

In another shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, remaining salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.

Step 4

In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere and ensuring they are fully coated.

Step 6

Carefully place the chicken pieces into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking each piece for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).

Step 7

Transfer the fried chicken to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 8

To assemble the sliders, spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each slider bun. Top with a lettuce leaf, fried chicken piece, a slice of tomato, and a pickle. Cover with the top half of the bun.

Step 9

Serve the sliders immediately while the chicken is still crispy and hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2750 grams (2750.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	11004

Total Fat 1010.00g	1295%
Saturated Fat 152.60g	763%
Polyunsaturated Fat 538.20g
Cholesterol 665mg	222%
Sodium 4792mg	208%
Total Carbohydrate 395.20g	144%
Dietary Fiber 19.20g	69%
Total Sugars 42.80g
Protein 182.50g	365%

Vitamin D 127IU	635%
Calcium 832mg	64%
Iron 29mg	161%
Potassium 2786mg	59%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 79.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 13.9%