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

  1. Prepare Chicken: Slice chicken breasts into small slider-sized pieces and marinate in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Season Flour: In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Coat Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, dredge in seasoned flour, and shake off excess.
  4. 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.
  5. Prepare Sauce: Mix mayonnaise and honey in a small bowl to create a sauce.
  6. 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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