Description
Craving comfort with a kick? Sweet & spicy chicken & waffle sliders blend Southern charm and zesty flavor in one irresistible bite. Crispy chicken nestled between mini waffles promises a culinary adventure you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 20 frozen chicken nuggets
Waffle Base:
- 10.9 ounces (309 grams) Eggo Homestyle Mini Waffles (10 sets of 4 mini waffles)
Maple Sriracha Glaze:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Maple Sriracha Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to chicken nugget package specifications and cover two baking sheets with parchment paper for optimal cooking preparation.
- Distribute chicken nuggets evenly across one pan and roast according to package instructions, ensuring midway rotation for uniform crispiness.
- Create Maple Sriracha Glaze by carefully microwaving butter in short intervals, then integrate maple syrup, Sriracha, and cayenne pepper into a smooth, spicy coating.
- Whisk Maple Sriracha Sauce ingredients – mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, maple syrup, Sriracha, and garlic powder – until thoroughly combined and creamy.
- Elevate oven temperature to 450°F during final nugget cooking moments, then separate mini waffles and arrange on second baking sheet for quick crisping.
- Utilize silicone tongs to thoroughly coat freshly cooked nuggets in the prepared Maple Sriracha Glaze, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Position waffle bases on serving platter and delicately spread a thin layer of Maple Sriracha Sauce across each surface.
- Carefully place one glazed nugget atop each waffle base, then crown with remaining waffles to complete the slider assembly.
- Serve these delectable sliders immediately while temperature and texture remain optimal for maximum flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose high-quality chicken nuggets for better flavor and crispiness, preferring brands with minimal preservatives.
- Adjust Sriracha levels to control heat intensity, using less for milder palates or more for spice enthusiasts.
- Quickly assemble sliders right before serving to maintain waffle crispness and prevent sogginess.
- Explore gluten-free alternatives by using gluten-free chicken nuggets and waffles for dietary accommodations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 29 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg