Pepita-Crusted Chicken Sliders

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Pepita-Crusted Chicken Sliders
25 min.
16
163kcal

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Looking for a delicious and unique appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than these Pepita-Crusted Chicken Sliders! Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual get-together, a festive party, or a cozy family dinner, these sliders are sure to be a hit. With a delightful crunch from the roasted pumpkin seeds and a burst of flavor from the honey mustard sauce, each bite is a perfect balance of savory and satisfying.

What makes these sliders even more appealing is that they are dairy-free, making them a great option for those with dietary restrictions. Ready in just 25 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 16 sliders without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of tender chicken breast tenders coated in a flavorful pepita and breadcrumb crust, paired with soft, warm rolls, creates a mouthwatering experience that everyone will love.

Whether served as an antipasti, starter, or snack, these Pepita-Crusted Chicken Sliders are versatile enough to fit any meal plan. With only 163 calories per slider, you can indulge without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, fire up the skillet, and get ready to serve up a crowd-pleasing dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 11 oz portugese rolls frozen house style thawed (16 rolls)
  • tablespoons roasted pumpkin seeds salted hulled (pepitas)
  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs plain
  • 1.3 teaspoons ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  •  eggs beaten
  • 0.8 lb chicken breast uncooked (not breaded)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup canola oil 
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup dijon honey mustard 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Bake rolls as directed on package.
  3. Meanwhile, in food processor, place pumpkin seeds. Cover; process until finely chopped. In small bowl, mix pumpkin seeds, bread crumbs, 1/2 teaspoon of the cumin and 1/8 teaspoon of the red pepper.
  4. Place flour and beaten egg in separate shallow bowls.
  5. Cut chicken breast tenders into 1 1/2-inch pieces; sprinkle with salt. Coat chicken pieces with flour, shaking off excess. Dip chicken pieces in egg; coat with crumb mixture.
  6. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken in oil 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center.
  7. Drain.
  8. In small bowl, mix mayonnaise, honey mustard, remaining 3/4 teaspoon cumin and remaining 1/8 teaspoon red pepper.
  9. Split rolls.
  10. Place chicken on roll bottoms and top with mayonnaise mixture. Cover with roll tops.
  11. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories163kcal
Protein18.33%
Fat47.98%
Carbs33.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.69
Glycemic Load
7.4
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
4.8617390627446%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:163.47kcal
8.17%
Fat:8.6g
13.24%
Saturated Fat:1.06g
6.63%
Carbohydrates:13.59g
4.53%
Net Carbohydrates:13.02g
4.74%
Sugar:2.14g
2.38%
Cholesterol:25.31mg
8.44%
Sodium:240.68mg
10.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.39g
14.79%
Iron:3.49mg
19.38%
Selenium:9µg
12.86%
Vitamin B3:2.54mg
12.7%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.52%
Vitamin K:8.49µg
8.08%
Phosphorus:78.61mg
7.86%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.16%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.49%
Magnesium:17.98mg
4.5%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.8%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.27%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.21%
Potassium:106.78mg
3.05%
Zinc:0.35mg
2.36%
Fiber:0.57g
2.27%
Folate:8.82µg
2.2%
Copper:0.04mg
2.05%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.29%
Calcium:10.54mg
1.05%