Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Crispy chicken, smoky bacon, and melted cheese in soft slider buns. Better than takeout and ready in 20 minutes! If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken and Dump and Bake Chicken Parmesan.
Why This Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken skin that stays crispy even after assembly
- Perfectly melted cheese that stretches with each bite
- Easy honey mustard sauce that takes just minutes to prepare
- Soft slider buns that hold everything together without getting soggy
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
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Honey
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
- Optional: Pickles
- Optional: Red onion
- Optional: Avocado
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Pound to an even thickness for even cooking.
- Bacon: Use thick-cut bacon for better texture.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat distribution for crispy chicken skin → See on Amazon
- Meat thermometer — Ensures chicken is cooked to a safe temperature → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Cook in a preheated cast iron skillet until crispy and cooked through.
- Cook the bacon: In the same skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, but keep the grease in the pan.
- Prepare the honey mustard sauce: Mix honey, mustard, and mayonnaise in a small bowl.
- Assemble the sliders: Spread honey mustard sauce on the insides of the slider buns. Place a cooked chicken breast on the bottom bun, top with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and a slice of cheese. Place the top bun on top.
- Serve immediately: Serve the sliders with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Honey Mustard BLT Chicken Sliders – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: The #1 reason this recipe fails is undercooked chicken. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Pro tip: For extra crispy chicken skin, pat the chicken dry with a paper towel before seasoning and cooking.
- Pro tip: To keep the slider buns from getting soggy, don't assemble the sliders until ready to serve.
- Pro tip: For a spicy kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the honey mustard sauce.
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 fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The honey mustard sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge.
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 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Not recommended for reheating as it can make the chicken and buns soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- Best substitution: For a lower-carb option, use lettuce wraps instead of slider buns.
- Make-ahead: The chicken and bacon can be cooked up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge until ready to assemble.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken is sticking to the pan, it's not hot enough. Make sure the pan is preheated before adding the chicken.
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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
- Lettuce
- Tomato
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Honey
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
Optional Toppings
- Pickles
- Red onion
- Avocado
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Cook in a preheated cast iron skillet until crispy and cooked through.
- Cook the bacon: In the same skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, but keep the grease in the pan.
- Prepare the honey mustard sauce: Mix honey, mustard, and mayonnaise in a small bowl.
- Assemble the sliders: Spread honey mustard sauce on the insides of the slider buns. Place a cooked chicken breast on the bottom bun, top with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and a slice of cheese. Place the top bun on top.
- Serve immediately: Serve the sliders with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- Best substitution: For a lower-carb option, use lettuce wraps instead of slider buns.
- Make-ahead: The chicken and bacon can be cooked up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge until ready to assemble.
- Troubleshooting: If the chicken is sticking to the pan, it's not hot enough. Make sure the pan is preheated before adding the chicken.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Not recommended for reheating as it can make the chicken and buns soggy.
- Make ahead: The honey mustard sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 630
- Protein: 42g
- Fat: 34g
- Carbs: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
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 soggy buns.
The #1 reason for dry chicken is overcooking. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C) but not a degree more.
Yes, you can use any type of mustard you prefer. For a milder flavor, use yellow mustard. For a spicier kick, use Dijon mustard.
Yes, you can cook the chicken breasts in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
The best way to reheat these sliders is in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. This will help keep the chicken and buns crispy.
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!
