Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Sliders
Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Sliders
These crispy chicken sliders are a quick and delicious meal option, perfect for a fun family dinner or casual gathering.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 8 slider buns
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 8 pickle slices
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Slice chicken breasts into small slider-sized pieces and marinate in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- Season Flour: In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Coat Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, dredge in seasoned flour, and shake off excess.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Place chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prepare Sauce: Mix mayonnaise and honey in a small bowl to create a sauce.
- Assemble Sliders: Spread sauce on buns, add crispy chicken, and top with pickle slices.
Tips
- Ensure chicken pieces are not overcrowded in the air fryer for even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- For extra crispiness, spray chicken lightly with cooking oil before air frying.
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