Some dishes make you stop mid-bite and say, “Wait—why haven’t we made this before?” That’s exactly what happens with Mini Chicken and Waffle Sliders. They’re sweet. They’re savory. They’re crunchy, warm, and syrup-drippy in the best way. And best of all? They’re fun for the whole family.
Whether you’re planning a cozy weekend brunch, looking to impress at a potluck, or feeding hungry kiddos during a holiday break, this recipe brings big smiles in small packages.
Table of contents
Ingredients to cook – Instructions to cook
Tips for Involving Kids in the Cooking Process – Variations for Different Dietary Preferences or Restrictions
Why Families Keep Coming Back to Boomer’s Kitchen
Ingredients to Cook Mini Chicken and Waffle Sliders
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Estimated Ingredient Costs: $18
For Waffles
1 cup pancake or waffle mix
¾ cup milk
1 egg
1 tbsp melted butter
For the Chicken
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders or breast (cut into 2-inch pieces)
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup flour
½ cup cornstarch
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
Oil for frying (canola or vegetable)
Instructions to Cook Mini Chicken and Waffle Sliders
Marinate the Chicken, Place chicken in a bowl with buttermilk. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).
Make the waffles, whisk your waffle mix, milk, egg, and butter. Heat your waffle maker and cook mini-sized waffles. Set aside.
Coat and fry the chicken in a shallow bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mix.
Heat oil in a pan (about 350°F). Fry chicken pieces for 4–5 minutes on each side or until golden and cooked through. Place on paper towels.
Assemble the sliders, place one waffle down, stack with chicken, and top with another waffle. Secure with a toothpick or mini skewer.
Tips for Involving Kids in the Cooking Process
Let little hands help by mixing batter or using cookie cutters to shape the waffles.
Teach hand-washing before cooking, it’s a great habit.
Create a build-your-own slider station so kids feel like chefs too.
Variations for Different Dietary
Preferences or Restrictions
- Vegetarian: Use crispy tofu or meatless nuggets
- Gluten-Free: Use GF waffle mix and cornstarch-only breading
- Spicy Version: Add cayenne pepper to the flour mix or top with jalapeños
Why Families Keep Coming Back to Boomer’s Kitchen
Boomer’s Kitchen & Catering is Philly’s favorite for a reason. Our Philly food truck catering takes family favorites and flips them into gourmet bites — from mini sliders like these to full boxed lunches and catering spreads made for parties, school events, and Sunday brunches alike.
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