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Maple chicken bacon sliders arranged on white platter with fresh arugula and caramelized glaze

Maple Chicken & Bacon Sliders

Sweet and savory sliders featuring maple-glazed chicken and crispy bacon, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts sliced to 1/4-inch thickness
  • 6 slices bacon or 12 slices for fuller coverage
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 slider buns
  • 2 cups fresh arugula or spinach
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Paper towels
  • Plate

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper. Add thinly sliced chicken and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until crispy. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon drippings in the skillet. Break each bacon slice in half.
  3. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding excess. Keep skillet at medium heat and add chicken strips to reserved bacon drippings. Cook 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Remove chicken to a clean plate and let rest 2-3 minutes. While chicken rests, toast slider buns cut-side down in the same skillet for about 1 minute.
  5. Assemble sliders by placing glazed chicken on bottom buns, topping with bacon pieces, fresh greens, and top bun. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store components separately in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Components can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead. Chicken can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat assembled sliders at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Try using chicken thighs for even more moisture, or add cheese during the last minute of cooking. Use 12 bacon slices instead of 6 for fuller coverage on each slider.