Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders — Better than takeout! After making these many times, I discovered the trick to perfectly crispy chicken and melty cheese. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken and Tropical Mango Cookies.
Why This Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken with a tender bite
- Melty cheese and crispy bacon combo
- Easy and quick — better than takeout
- Perfect for game nights or weeknight dinners
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
- Slider buns
- Bacon
- Romaine lettuce
- Tomatoes
- Honey mustard sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Red onion
- Optional: Avocado
- Optional: Pickles
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Thinly slice for even cooking.
- Bacon: Cook until crispy for best results.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat for perfectly crispy chicken. → See on Amazon
- Meat mallet — Ensures even thickness for even cooking. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare chicken: Thinly slice chicken breasts, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook in a cast iron skillet until crispy.
- Cook bacon: Cook bacon in the oven until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble sliders: Spread honey mustard sauce on both sides of the slider buns. Layer chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and cheese. Broil until cheese is melted.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It will become dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure 165°F (74°C).
- Pro tip: Use a meat mallet to ensure even thickness for even cooking.
- Pro tip: Broil the sliders for 1-2 minutes for perfectly melted cheese.
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 for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare chicken and bacon ahead of time. Assemble and broil before serving.
Freezing Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
Freeze uncooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw before cooking.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. May lose crispiness.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use a cast iron skillet for even heat and crispy chicken.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for even more flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare chicken and bacon ahead of time. Assemble and broil before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, try cooking in a cast iron skillet or increasing heat.
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Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Slider buns
- Bacon
- Romaine lettuce
- Tomatoes
Seasonings
- Honey mustard sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Red onion
- Avocado
- Pickles
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Thinly slice chicken breasts, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook in a cast iron skillet until crispy.
- Cook bacon: Cook bacon in the oven until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble sliders: Spread honey mustard sauce on both sides of the slider buns. Layer chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and cheese. Broil until cheese is melted.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use a cast iron skillet for even heat and crispy chicken.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for even more flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare chicken and bacon ahead of time. Assemble and broil before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, try cooking in a cast iron skillet or increasing heat.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw before cooking.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. May lose crispiness.
- Make ahead: Prepare chicken and bacon ahead of time. Assemble and broil before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Prepare chicken and bacon ahead of time. Assemble and broil before serving.
Overcooking is the most common reason. Use a meat thermometer to ensure 165°F (74°C).
Freeze uncooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw before cooking.
Yes, cook chicken at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, then assemble and broil.
Mix equal parts mayonnaise and Dijon mustard for a similar flavor.
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!
