High Protein Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Minis
Satisfy your fast-food cravings with this high-protein twist on the beloved Chick-fil-A style chicken minis! These bite-sized wonders feature tender chicken breasts marinated in pickle juice and buttermilk for that signature juicy flavor, then coated in a protein-enhanced breading seasoned with paprika, garlic, and onion powder. Perfectly golden and crispy, the chicken is nestled inside whole wheat slider buns brushed with a heavenly honey-butter glaze, giving you a healthier, homemade alternative to the classic. Ready in under an hour, this easy recipe delivers big on flavor while packing in extra protein to fuel your day. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or even a party platter, these sliders are wholesome, indulgent, and undeniably delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup pickle juice
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon protein powder (unflavored)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 8 pieces whole wheat slider buns
- 0.25 cup olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
Cut each chicken breast into 4 equal pieces making a total of 8 mini fillets.
In a mixing bowl, combine the pickle juice and buttermilk. Add the chicken pieces to this marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, but ideally 2 hours.
In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, protein powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess liquid. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and honey. Brush this mixture inside the slider buns.
Place a piece of fried chicken on each bun, close and gently press together.
Serve promptly while warm for the classic Chick-fil-A experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.0 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.1 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 355 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 7246 mg | 315% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 325.3 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.7 g | ||
| Protein | 164.4 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 782 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 2011 mg | 43% | |
*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.
