Low Sodium Homemade Chicken Minis
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with these Low Sodium Homemade Chicken Minis—a heart-healthy twist on a beloved classic! Perfectly seasoned, bite-sized chicken pieces are marinated in a spiced buttermilk blend, then pan-seared to golden perfection and baked for ultimate juiciness. Tucked inside soft, whole wheat dinner rolls and brushed with a luscious honey-butter glaze, these minis are bursting with flavor yet made with minimal sodium to suit dietary needs. Quick and easy to prepare in under an hour, they make a delightful appetizer, snack, or light meal that the whole family will adore. Keywords: low sodium chicken minis, healthy chicken sliders, whole wheat dinner rolls, homemade comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 whole wheat dinner rolls
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Begin by slicing the chicken breasts into small, even pieces that are about 1 inch in size, similar to the size of chicken minis.
In a mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and paprika.
Add the chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture and ensure they are completely coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to marinate, allowing flavors to develop.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off, and place them carefully in the skillet.
Sear the chicken pieces for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the seared chicken pieces in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until they are fully cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is baking, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan. Stir in the honey until well combined.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the oven and set aside.
Warm the whole wheat rolls in the oven for about 3-4 minutes.
Assemble the chicken minis by placing a piece of baked chicken inside each whole wheat roll.
Brush the tops of the rolls generously with the honey-butter mixture.
Serve the chicken minis immediately while warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3117 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.8 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.6 g | 203% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 505 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 2887 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 333.9 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 99.8 g | ||
| Protein | 198.2 g | 396% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 607 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2368 mg | 50% | |
*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.
