These Cranberry Chicken Salad Sliders are a delightful addition to your holiday gatherings, making them perfect for Christmas Eve appetizers. They combine tender chicken, tart cranberries, and creamy dressing, all served on soft slider buns.
This recipe is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the festivities without spending too much time in the kitchen.
Festive Cranberry Chicken Salad Sliders
This recipe features shredded chicken mixed with cranberries, celery, and a creamy dressing, creating a flavorful filling for slider buns. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 8 sliders, making it an ideal choice for Christmas Eve appetizers.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slider buns
- Lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped cranberries, and celery.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until well combined.
- Assemble the Sliders: Slice the slider buns in half and place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half. Spoon the cranberry chicken salad mixture onto the lettuce and top with the other half of the bun.
- Serve: Arrange the sliders on a platter and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 sliders
- Calories: 220kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
