Healthy Baked Chicken Sliders (Print Version)

Tender ground chicken patties baked and served with crisp veggies and a creamy sauce on whole wheat buns.

# Components:

→ Chicken Patties

01 - 1.1 lb ground chicken breast
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 egg, lightly beaten
05 - ½ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
06 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
08 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Yogurt Sauce

11 - ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
12 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
13 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill or parsley
14 - ½ tsp garlic powder
15 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Assembly

16 - 8 whole wheat slider buns
17 - 1 small tomato, sliced
18 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
19 - 2 oz baby spinach or lettuce leaves
20 - 8 thin slices red onion

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, beaten egg, whole wheat breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently until just blended.
03 - Divide the mixture into eight equal portions and shape each into a small patty.
04 - Arrange the patties on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
05 - While patties bake, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped dill or parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix well.
06 - Optionally, lightly toast the whole wheat slider buns for added texture.
07 - Spread a layer of yogurt sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place a chicken patty on top, then layer with tomato slices, cucumber slices, baby spinach or lettuce, and red onion slices. Add more sauce if preferred. Cover with the top bun.
08 - Serve the sliders immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Lighter take on classic sliders
  • Perfect for gatherings or a wholesome family meal
02 -
  • Spice up the patties with a pinch of chili flakes or smoked chipotle powder
  • Swap Greek yogurt sauce for light mayonnaise or avocado spread if preferred
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for best flavor
  • Ensure patties are not overmixed to keep them tender
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