Low Sodium Fried Chicken Slider
These irresistible Low Sodium Fried Chicken Sliders are a healthier twist on a classic comfort food favorite, perfect for those watching their sodium intake without sacrificing flavor. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a spiced buttermilk blend featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and thyme, then coated in a crispy, golden breading made of flour and cornstarch. Shallow-fried to perfection, the chicken is nestled in soft mini slider buns and topped with fresh lettuce and juicy tomato slices for the ultimate bite-sized indulgence. Ready in under 40 minutes, these sliders make a perfect appetizer, party food, or quick weeknight dinner. Enjoy all the crunchy, savory goodness of fried chicken with a health-conscious twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 cups Canola oil
- 8 buns Mini slider buns
- 8 leaves Lettuce leaves
- 8 slices Tomato slices
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into slider-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, dried oregano, and dried thyme.
Add chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
In another bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.
Remove chicken from the buttermilk mixture, letting excess marinade drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture, making sure each piece is fully coated.
Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Fry the chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Assemble sliders by placing a piece of fried chicken on each mini bun, topping with a leaf of lettuce and a slice of tomato.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium fried chicken sliders.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6239 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 502.5 g | 644% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.7 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 113.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 412 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 2639 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.0 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.0 g | ||
| Protein | 124.5 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 571 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 2224 mg | 47% | |
*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.
