Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders are the ultimate better-than-takeout meal ready in just 20 minutes. After making these countless times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy chicken every time. The combination of crispy chicken, smoky bacon, and melty cheese on soft slider buns will make your family beg for more. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Homemade Blackberry Coconut Pink Drink (Starbucks-Inspired) and Cinnamon Apple Bread.
Why This Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken with a tender inside
- Easy honey mustard sauce with a hint of spice
- Melty cheese and smoky bacon for a perfect balance of flavors
- Ready in just 20 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner
What You'll Need for Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Bacon
- Slider buns
- Honey
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Honey
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
- Optional: Lettuce
- Optional: Tomato
- Optional: Red onion
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Thinly slice the chicken breasts horizontally to ensure even cooking.
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How to Make Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook in a preheated skillet until crispy and cooked through.
- Cook the bacon: In the same skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the honey mustard sauce: In a small bowl, mix together honey, mustard, and mayonnaise. Set aside.
- Assemble the sliders: Toast the slider buns. Spread honey mustard sauce on both halves. Top with crispy chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and red onion. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Overcooking the chicken can lead to dry meat. To prevent this, use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Time-saving tip: Prepare the honey mustard sauce and slice the toppings while the chicken is cooking to save time.
- Make-ahead tip: The honey mustard sauce can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Substitution tip: For a lower-carb option, use lettuce wraps instead of slider buns.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The honey mustard sauce can be made up to a day in advance.
Freezing Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in a skillet if desired.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness ensures even cooking.
- Best substitution: For a spicy version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the honey mustard sauce.
- Make-ahead: The honey mustard sauce can be made up to a day in advance.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken is sticking to the skillet, try adding a little more oil or using a non-stick skillet.
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Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Bacon
- Slider buns
- Honey
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Honey
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
Optional Toppings
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Red onion
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook in a preheated skillet until crispy and cooked through.
- Cook the bacon: In the same skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the honey mustard sauce: In a small bowl, mix together honey, mustard, and mayonnaise. Set aside.
- Assemble the sliders: Toast the slider buns. Spread honey mustard sauce on both halves. Top with crispy chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and red onion. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: Pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness ensures even cooking.
- Best substitution: For a spicy version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the honey mustard sauce.
- Make-ahead: The honey mustard sauce can be made up to a day in advance.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken is sticking to the skillet, try adding a little more oil or using a non-stick skillet.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in a skillet if desired.
- Make ahead: The honey mustard sauce can be made up to a day in advance.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout FAQs
While the chicken and bacon can be cooked ahead of time, it's best to assemble the sliders just before serving to prevent the buns from becoming soggy.
Overcooking the chicken is the most common reason for dry meat. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) but not much higher.
Yes, you can use hamburger buns, dinner rolls, or even lettuce wraps instead of slider buns.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the honey mustard sauce or top the sliders with sliced jalapeños.
Yes, you can use cheddar, Swiss, or even pepper jack cheese instead of the suggested mozzarella.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
