Heart-Healthy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Elevate your game-day menu or weeknight dinner routine with these irresistible Heart-Healthy Buffalo Chicken Sliders! This guilt-free spin on a classic favorite features tender, shredded chicken breast baked in low-sodium chicken broth for maximum flavor and moisture, then tossed in a zesty homemade buffalo sauce made with olive oil, hot sauce, honey, and spices. Served on wholesome whole wheat slider buns and topped with a refreshing cucumber-dill yogurt dressing, these sliders are a perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and creamy. Crisp celery and carrot sticks add a satisfying crunch, making these sliders not only delicious but packed with nutritious ingredients. Ready in under an hour, these flavorful hand-held treats are perfect for entertaining or a lightened-up meal the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup Hot sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 12 buns Whole wheat slider buns
- 3 sticks Celery sticks
- 3 sticks Carrot sticks
- 0.5 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Cucumber, grated
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried dill
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the low-sodium chicken broth over them.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
While the chicken cooks, in a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, hot sauce, white vinegar, and honey.
Once the chicken is cooked, shred it using two forks.
In a large skillet, heat the whisked sauce over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken and toss to coat evenly. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.
For the yogurt dressing, in a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dried dill, salt, and black pepper.
Toast the whole wheat slider buns lightly in the oven for about 5 minutes for extra texture.
Assemble the sliders by placing a portion of the buffalo chicken on the bottom half of each bun, top with yogurt dressing, and finish with celery and carrot sticks for crunch.
Add the top bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 594 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 4481 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.7 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.6 g | 152% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.6 g | ||
| Protein | 286.5 g | 573% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 791 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 3526 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
