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Buffalo Honey Chicken Sliders served with fresh toppings and a side of dipping sauce.

Honey Buffalo Chicken Sliders

These sliders are a delightful blend of sweet and spicy, featuring tender chicken infused with a honey buffalo sauce, perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 7 sliders
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts Provides a juicy and tender base.
  • 4 tablespoons butter Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 3/4 cup hot sauce Adds a spicy kick.
  • 1/4 cup honey Balances out the heat.
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar Helps in achieving a rich flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Adds depth to the flavor profile.
  • 3 tablespoons tomato ketchup Provides a savory element.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Aromatic flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Adds a smoky flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Complements the other spices.
  • 1 teaspoon salt For seasoning.
  • 1 pinch black pepper For seasoning.
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
For Assembly
  • 7 pieces soft rolls To serve the chicken sliders.
  • to taste Blue Cheese Sauce Optional for topping.
  • to taste lettuce Optional garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in your slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper evenly over the chicken.
  3. Pour hot sauce, honey, butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and ketchup around the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW for 4 hours.
  2. After 4 hours, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
  3. Toss the shredded chicken back into the flavorful sauce.
  4. Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add to the pot.
  5. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Assembly
  1. Split the rolls in half and toast the insides if desired.
  2. Spread a little butter on the bottom half, add lettuce, then top with shredded chicken.
  3. Drizzle with Blue Cheese Sauce if using, and serve warm.

Notes

For a deeper flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight. Adjust spice levels to your liking by using a milder hot sauce. Consider adding diced onions or pickles for extra crunch. If you don't have Blue Cheese Sauce, substitute with ranch dressing or another favorite sauce.