Description
These Sweet n’ Spicy Chicken & Waffle Sliders are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer, perfect for game day, potlucks, or any gathering. Crispy chicken nuggets are coated in a bold maple Sriracha glaze, sandwiched between toasty mini waffles, and topped with a creamy maple Sriracha sauce. A sweet, spicy, and savory combo your guests will love!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Sliders:
- 20 frozen chicken nuggets
- 10.9 oz box Eggo Homestyle Mini Waffles (10 sets of 4 mini waffles)
For the Maple Sriracha Glaze:
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp Sriracha hot sauce
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
For the Maple Sriracha Sauce:
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp Sriracha hot sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the package instructions for the chicken nuggets. Line two half-sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Arrange the chicken nuggets on one of the pans and bake according to package directions, flipping halfway through.
- Meanwhile, prepare the Maple Sriracha Glaze: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in 30-second increments. Whisk in the maple syrup, Sriracha, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
- Prepare the Maple Sriracha Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, maple syrup, Sriracha, and garlic powder. Set aside.
- With about 5 minutes left on the nuggets’ cooking time, increase the oven temperature to 450°F. Separate the mini waffles into individual pieces and place them on the second prepared sheet pan. Once the nuggets are done, bake the waffles for 5 minutes.
- Toss the cooked nuggets in the Maple Sriracha Glaze using silicone tongs.
- Arrange half of the waffles on a serving platter. Spread a small amount (about ½ tsp) of the Maple Sriracha Sauce on each waffle base.
- Place one glazed nugget on each waffle, then top with the remaining waffles.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Best Nuggets: Use flatter nuggets so they sit well between the waffles.
- Make-Ahead: The sauces can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Extra Crunch: Toast the waffles slightly longer for added crispiness.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair with extra sauce for dipping!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg