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Hot Chicken Sliders with Dill Pickle

Irresistible Hot Chicken Sliders with Dill Pickle Bliss

Discover delicious Hot Chicken Sliders with Dill Pickle that are perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 sliders
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs Juicy and flavorful
  • 1 cup buttermilk For marination
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Or gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper Adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika for a unique twist
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Sliders
  • 4 slider buns Gluten-free if desired
  • 8 slices dill pickle Or fresh cucumber slices
For the Dill Pickle Aioli
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Or vegan mayo
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice Substitutable with lemon juice

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • deep frying pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • kitchen thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken by soaking the thighs in buttermilk for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  2. Prepare the coating by mixing flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Coat the marinated chicken in the seasoned flour mixture until well-covered.
  4. Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat, aiming for 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry the chicken for 5–7 minutes on one side, flipping to cook for another 5 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  6. Make the dill pickle aioli by combining mayonnaise and dill pickle juice until smooth.
  7. Assemble sliders by placing fried chicken on buns, adding dill pickle slices and a dollop of aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best taste, serve sliders while hot and crispy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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