Description
Delight in these crispy Chicken and Waffle Sliders, a perfect bite-sized treat combining savory breaded chicken wings, sweet maple syrup, and a hint of smoky bacon jam sandwiched between golden mini waffles. Ideal for parties or a fun appetizer, these sliders are quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Batter and Waffles
- 2 cups pancake and waffle mix
Toppings and Fillings
- 4 teaspoons bacon jam
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Protein
- 16 fully cooked breaded, boneless chicken wings (frozen)
Instructions
- Prepare the waffle batter: Follow the instructions on the pancake and waffle mix package precisely, ensuring you prepare the batter suitable for waffles.
- Cook mini waffles: Heat your waffle bite maker, then cook the batter in batches to make about 32 mini waffles until they turn golden brown and crisp.
- Separate and arrange waffles: Carefully remove the cooked waffles and separate them into individual small circles, placing them evenly on a large serving plate.
- Spread bacon jam: Evenly spread about ¼ teaspoon of bacon jam on 16 of the mini waffles to add a smoky, sweet layer.
- Heat the chicken wings: Using your preferred heating method—air frying is recommended at 4-5 minutes per side at 165°F internal temperature—or oven/toaster oven until thoroughly heated.
- Assemble sliders: Place one hot chicken wing over the bacon jam on each mini waffle, then top with another mini waffle without jam to create a sandwich.
- Secure sliders: Insert a cocktail pick or long toothpick through each slider to hold all layers securely together.
- Repeat assembly: Continue assembling the remaining sliders using the same process for all chicken wings and waffles.
- Add maple syrup: Just before serving, drizzle the ¼ cup of maple syrup evenly over all the sliders, making sure some syrup seeps into the waffle holes on top for maximum sweetness.
Notes
- For the best texture, cook the mini waffles fresh and serve immediately after assembly.
- You can substitute chicken wings with other breaded chicken pieces if preferred.
- If you don’t have a waffle bite maker, a standard waffle iron will work; just cut waffles into smaller rounds afterward.
- Monitor the internal temperature of chicken wings to ensure they are heated through to at least 165°F for safety.
- Bacon jam can usually be found in specialty stores or made at home for a smoky, sweet flavor enhancement.
- For added spice, consider serving sliders with a side of hot sauce or drizzle hot honey instead of maple syrup.
