1. Can I Prepare the Patties ahead of time?

Absolutely! Form the patties and keep covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The uncooked patties can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Just defrost them in the refrigerator before cooking.

2. What Can I Use in Place of Breadcrumbs?

Omit the gluten-free breadcrumbs altogether if you need to; you can use crushed gluten-free crackers, or you can use almond flour or even finely processed oatmeal.

3. Can I bake the patties instead of frying them?

Yes, heat your oven to 375°F. Put the patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through.

4. Can I Make This Recipe Vegan or Vegetarian?

Yes! Use a plant-based meat alternative (like Beyond Meat or Impossible Meat) instead of the chicken, and put a flaxseed egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water) instead of the egg.

5. What’s the Best Sauce for These Chicken Sliders?

Ketchup, mustard or mayo, classic options, will do. For a twist, use chipotle aioli, garlic yogurt sauce or avocado mash.

Gluten Free Chicken Sliders Recipe

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Patties:

1 lb (16 oz) ground chicken
½ cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 small onion, finely minced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

For the Sliders:

8 gluten-free slider buns (brands like Udi’s or Schär work great)
Toppings of choice (lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, etc.)
Sauce of choice (mayo, chipotle aioli, mustard, etc.)

Required Equipment

Mixing bowl
Non-stick frying pan
Spatula
Sharp knife and cutting board

Recipe Overview

Servings: 8 sliders
Calories per Slider (approx.): 220 kcal
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Gluten-Free Diet Compliance

This recipe makes sure that you enjoy every bite without gluten and are perfect for anyone following gluten-free diets, without lose of taste or texture.

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Instructions

You can make your sliders from scratch following this step by step guide.

Step 1: Make the Chicken Patties

Mix the Ingredients:

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, gluten-free breadcrumbs, minced onion, garlic, egg, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and parsley.
Mix it all up but don’t overmix, as that can make the meat tough.

Shape the Patties:

Divide the mixture into 8 equal amounts. So as to make small burger patties (slightly bigger than your slider buns because they shrink when you cook them) of each of the portions.

Step 2: Cook the Patties

In a non-stick frying pan over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
Fry patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (165F internal temperature). Remove from heat and reserve.

Step 3: Toast the Buns

Cut the gluten-free slider buns in half.
Toast them lightly in the same frying pan for 1-2 minutes, until just crisped.

Step 4: Assemble the Sliders

Place a leaf of lettuce on the bottom half of your bun, then add the chicken patty.
Add assorted toppings like tomato slices, pickles or cheese.
Spread your preferred sauce on the top bun.
Top the slider with the top half of the bun, securing with a toothpick if necessary.

Step 5 (Optional): Serve Warm

Finally, serve warm and enjoy the sliders!

Notes

How to Serve

Sides: Serve the sliders with root vegetable fries, a salad of garden vegetables or roasted sweet potatoes.
Drinks: Serve with lemonade, iced tea or gluten-free beer if you’d like an adult event.
Occasions: Perfect for casual family dinners, game days, backyard barbecues, or even meal prep

Author: Susan M
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Snacks
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free