🐔 Honey-Butter Parker House Chicken Nugget Sliders

Buttery homemade rolls stuffed with crispy chicken nuggets and served with a sweet and tangy Chick-Fil-A-inspired dipping sauce. Perfect for parties, game day, or nostalgic comfort food cravings.

📋 Ingredients

🥖 For the Parker House-Inspired Rolls:

¾ cup warm milk
1 tbsp instant yeast
¼ cup granulated cane sugar
1 egg
3 tbsp softened butter
1 tsp fine sea salt
3–4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
¼ cup honey

🍗 For the Chicken Nuggets:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1" cubes
1 egg, beaten
½ cup kefir or buttermilk
½ cup dill pickle juice
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp each: paprika, salt, black pepper
Olive oil, for frying

🥣 For the Chick-Fil-A Style Sauce:

¼ cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp spicy brown mustard
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Salt & black pepper, to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Parker House Rolls:

In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Stir and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Whisk in egg and salt. Add 2 cups flour and stir until shaggy.
Mix in softened butter until fully incorporated.
Turn dough onto a floured surface, adding ½ cup flour at a time while kneading 1–2 minutes until smooth and pliable.
Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 30–45 minutes or until doubled.
Roll dough into a ¼" thick rectangle. Slice into 4 long strips. Stack two strips on top of each other, forming two double-layered strips. Roll each out to ½" thick and cut into 2" wide rolls. Pinch one end together like a pocketbook.
Arrange in a buttered 9×13” baking dish. Cover and rise 20–30 more minutes.
Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush rolls with melted butter or egg wash.
Bake 12–15 minutes until golden. Be careful not to overbake.
Mix melted butter and honey, then brush onto warm rolls.

2️⃣ Make the Chicken Nuggets:

In a bowl, toss chicken with kefir and pickle juice. Cover and chill for 20–40 minutes.
In a ziplock bag, combine flour, powdered sugar, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Stir beaten egg into chicken mixture.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer chicken (without excess liquid) to the flour bag. Shake to coat well.
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
Fry chicken in small batches for 4–6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Transfer to a wire rack lined with parchment paper.

3️⃣ Make the Sauce:

Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste. Chill until ready to serve.

4️⃣ Assemble the Sliders:

Slice the Parker House rolls. Add a few warm chicken nuggets and drizzle with sauce or serve it on the side for dipping. Enjoy immediately!

💡 Pro Tips

Let your dough rest in a warm, draft-free place to rise quickly.
Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying or the nuggets won’t get crispy.
Use day-old kefir or buttermilk for extra tender chicken.
Add a dash of hot sauce to the nugget batter or dipping sauce for a kick.

🥂 Perfect Pairings

Sweet potato fries or waffle fries
Tangy coleslaw
Iced tea, lemonade, or a peach soda

❓FAQs

Can I use store-bought rolls?
Yes! Hawaiian rolls or brioche buns work great in a pinch.

Can I air-fry the nuggets?
Absolutely. Spray with oil and air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

Can I make the rolls ahead of time?
Yes — bake and freeze them, then reheat before assembling the sliders.

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