Cornflake Hot Honey Chicken Sliders

Name: Cornflake Hot Honey Chicken Sliders
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 brioche buns, split in half; 1.25 pounds boneless, thin skinless chicken breasts cut in half; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon onion granules; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 5 cups cornflakes, crushed; Hot honey for drizzling; Butterhead lettuce, for serving; Ghee for pan frying; 1 teaspoon of paprika; 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper; Hot Sauce to taste (Optional for Hot Hot Hot Honey); 1 cup Honey; 1 small head of cabbage, shredded; 2 carrots, shredded; 1/4 cup + 1 Tablespoon mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

9 steps

Prep:10minCook:25min

Cornflakes are not the first ingredient that comes to mind when one contemplates a chicken dinner. Nonetheless, in this recipe, cornflakes are the unexpected ingredient that gives these Hot Honey Cornflake Chicken Sliders their burst of flavor and texture! In this recipe, tender chicken cutlets are encrusted in a crunchy mixture of organic cornflakes and a savory seasoning blend. The sliders are then topped with a hot honey glaze and refreshing slaw and served on pillowy soft brioche buns. These sliders are a delicious combination of crunchy, sweet, and savory, with a mild kick that will leave you longing for just one more bite. Whether served as a main course or a snack these scrumptious sliders are sure to become a favorite among family and friends for any occasion from weeknight dinners and date nights to picnics and potlucks. To put it simply, these Hot Honey Cornflake Chicken Sliders are finger-licking good. Time saving tips: If you have a food processor, you can crush the cornflakes in the food processor instead of crushing them by hand. This will save you about 5 minutes. If you have a large skillet, you can fry the chicken in batches. This will save you about 5 minutes. You can make the hot honey ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. This will save you about 5 minutes. You can make the slaw ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. This will save you about 5 minutes.

Updated at: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 21:01:14 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

142

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories1282.9 kcal (64%)

Total Fat29 g (41%)

Carbs205.2 g (79%)

Sugars95.3 g (106%)

Protein57.9 g (116%)

Sodium1369 mg (68%)

Fiber9.6 g (34%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Cornflake Crusted Chicken

Step 1

Crush the cornflakes with the paprika, onion granules, salt and pepper in a food processor or in a bag.

Step 2

Prepare a "breading station": 1 large plate with flour, 1 shallow bowl with whisked eggs, 1 large plate with crushed cornflakes.

Step 3

Pat dry the chicken and cut each cutlet in half. Dredge the mini cutlets through the flour, then dip into the egg mixture, then coat in the cornflake mixture.

Step 4

Heat the 2 tablespoons of ghee in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Fry the mini chicken cutlets in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Add more ghee as needed.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked cornflake chicken cutlets to a baking sheet or plate lined with paper towels to drain. Meanwhile make the hot honey.

Hot Honey

Step 7

For a medium hot honey, use 1/2 teaspoon of paprika and 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. For a hot hot honey, use 1 teaspoon of paprika and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Mix with 1 cup of honey. Meanwhile make the slaw.

Slaw

Step 8

In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and carrots. Whisk in the mayonnaise, champagne vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.

Assemble and Serve

Step 9

To assemble the sliders, place a cornflake chicken cutlet on the bottom half of a brioche slider bun. Top with cheese (optional), lettuce, slaw, and drizzle with hot honey. Serve immediately, and enjoy!

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