Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Slider with Dill Pickle Relish
Mini sliders featuring hand-breaded, buttermilk-soaked chicken thighs with homemade dill pickle relish paired with creamy coleslaw, capturing classic Southern charm in a bite-sized form.
- Total
- 2 hr 10 min
- Serves
- 2
- Level
- Adventurous
Created with Pantry Bliss
Ingredients
2 servings
For the Buttermilk Chicken
- 400 grams Chicken thighs, boneless, trimmed and patted dry
- 200 milliliters Buttermilk, at room temperature
- 150 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cornstarch
- 10 grams Baking powder
- 5 grams Cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
- 5 grams Smoked paprika
- 10 grams Salt, to taste
- 5 grams Black pepper, freshly cracked
- 500 milliliters Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Dill Pickle Relish
- 100 grams Dill pickles, finely chopped
- 30 grams Red onion, finely chopped
- 10 grams Fresh dill, chopped
- 15 milliliters White vinegar
- 5 grams Sugar, to taste
- 2 grams Salt, to taste
For the Creamy Coleslaw
- 150 grams Green cabbage, finely shredded
- 50 grams Carrot, finely grated
- 50 grams Mayonnaise
- 10 milliliters Apple cider vinegar
- 2 grams Salt, to taste
- 1 gram Black pepper, freshly cracked
For the Slider Buns
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 5 grams Yeast, active dry
- 10 grams Sugar
- 5 grams Salt
- 150 milliliters Milk, warm
- 30 grams Butter, melted
To Assemble the Sliders
- Crispy Buttermilk Chicken
- Dill Pickle Relish
- Creamy Coleslaw
- Slider buns
For the Buttermilk Chicken
- 400 grams Chicken thighs, boneless, trimmed and patted dry
- 200 milliliters Buttermilk, at room temperature
- 150 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cornstarch
- 10 grams Baking powder
- 5 grams Cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
- 5 grams Smoked paprika
- 10 grams Salt, to taste
- 5 grams Black pepper, freshly cracked
- 500 milliliters Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Dill Pickle Relish
- 100 grams Dill pickles, finely chopped
- 30 grams Red onion, finely chopped
- 10 grams Fresh dill, chopped
- 15 milliliters White vinegar
- 5 grams Sugar, to taste
- 2 grams Salt, to taste
For the Creamy Coleslaw
- 150 grams Green cabbage, finely shredded
- 50 grams Carrot, finely grated
- 50 grams Mayonnaise
- 10 milliliters Apple cider vinegar
- 2 grams Salt, to taste
- 1 gram Black pepper, freshly cracked
For the Slider Buns
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 5 grams Yeast, active dry
- 10 grams Sugar
- 5 grams Salt
- 150 milliliters Milk, warm
- 30 grams Butter, melted
To Assemble the Sliders
- Crispy Buttermilk Chicken
- Dill Pickle Relish
- Creamy Coleslaw
- Slider buns
- Prep
- 30 min
- Marinate
- 1 hr
- Cook
- 25 min
- Rest
- 15 min
About this recipe
Inspired by classic Southern cuisine, this dish combines the regional love for fried chicken and pickles, while adapting it into a modern slider format. It harkens back to traditional cookouts and family gatherings, celebrating hearty flavours and nostalgic comforts.
Method
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Step 1: Prepare the Buttermilk Marinade
In a large mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, and pepper. Submerge the chicken thighs in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes to tenderize and flavour the chicken.
Ensure chicken is fully covered in buttermilk for optimal marination. -
Step 2: Prepare the Dill Pickle Relish
In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped dill pickles, red onion, fresh dill, white vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix well and adjust seasoning if necessary. Refrigerate until ready to use to allow the flavours to meld.
Taste for sweetness and adjust the sugar as needed. -
Step 3: Make the Creamy Coleslaw
In a separate mixing bowl, combine finely shredded cabbage, grated carrot, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix until the cabbage is evenly coated and let it rest in the refrigerator until serving.
Ensure there are no clumps of mayonnaise; stir until fully incorporated. -
Step 4: Prepare the Slider Buns
In a stand mixer, combine 250g of all-purpose flour, 5g of active dry yeast, 10g of sugar, and 5g of salt. Slowly add 150ml of warm milk and 30g of melted butter. Knead on medium speed for 10 minutes until a soft dough forms. Let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes until doubled in size. Shape into small buns, place on a lined baking sheet, and allow them to proof for an additional 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 180°C. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly.
Ensure the milk is not too hot or it will kill the yeast, optimum temperature is around 37°C. -
Step 5: Fry the Buttermilk Chicken
In a heavy frying pan or deep fryer, heat 500ml of vegetable oil to 180°C. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, letting excess drip off. Mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, cayenne, and smoked paprika in a separate bowl. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, making sure it’s well-coated. Fry the chicken in batches for about 7-8 minutes, until golden brown and an internal temperature of 75°C is reached. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Avoid overcrowding the pan, which can lower oil temperature; fry in batches. -
Step 6: Assemble the Sliders
Slice the slider buns in half. Place a piece of crispy buttermilk chicken on the bottom half, add a generous spoonful of dill pickle relish, and top with creamy coleslaw. Cover with the top half of the bun. Serve immediately while warm.
Ensure to serve sliders immediately after assembly to maintain the bun's freshness and crunch of the chicken.
Tips
- You can spice up the chicken by incorporating hot sauce into the buttermilk marinade for extra heat.
- To save time, you can use store-bought coleslaw and pickle relish if preferred.
- Feel free to substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breasts, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
Equipment
- Stand mixer with dough hook
- Large mixing bowl
- Frying pan or deep fryer
- Baking sheet
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Microplane grater
Serve it with
Sides
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Fries
Crispy fries complement the sliders and enhance the Southern-style meal.
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Sweet Potato Wedges
Sweet and savoury pairing that balances the flavours of the dish.
Goes well with
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Peach Cobbler
A classic Southern dessert that adds a sweet finish to the meal.
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Cornbread
Another Southern staple that pairs perfectly with fried chicken.
Drinks
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Iced Tea
A refreshing non-alcoholic drink perfect for Southern meals.
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Lemonade
A tart and sweet beverage that complements the richness of the sliders.
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Mint Julep
A classic Southern cocktail that refreshing and pairs beautifully with chicken.
Created by a home cook with Pantry Bliss’s AI recipe creator and shared with the community. Always check recipes for allergens and cook food to safe temperatures.
