Apple Jalapeño Chicken Waffle Sliders

What happens when brunch meets game day snacks, flirts a little with Southern comfort food, and gets a morning kick of apple + jalapeño? You get Crisp Morning Chicken Waffle Sliders—the kind of handheld magic that makes you wonder why you ever ate boring toast.

These little beauties are the ultimate balance of sweet, spicy, and crispy. Juicy chicken, kissed with our Crisp Morning (Apple Jalapeño) seasoning, gets sandwiched between fluffy waffles and drizzled with maple syrup. Add in a warm apple-honey glaze, and suddenly you’re everyone’s favorite brunch host. Whether you’re feeding a hungry crew at Sunday brunch, tailgating, or just need an excuse to eat waffles for dinner (no judgment here), these sliders deliver.

Feeds: 4 hungry brunchers (or 8 if they’re “just snacking”)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Cook Temp: Medium-high skillet fry

Provisions (a.k.a. Ingredients):

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 2 tablespoons Crisp Morning (Apple Jalapeño) seasoning (or more if you like it HOT)

• 1 cup buttermilk

• 1 cup flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 cup shredded green apple

• 8 mini waffles (store-bought or homemade)

• 2 tbsp butter

• Maple syrup (for drizzling)

• Oil for pan-frying

The Expedition (a.k.a. Instructions):

1. Marinate the Chicken
Slice chicken breasts into slider-sized pieces. Toss them into a bowl with buttermilk and 1 tsp Crisp Morning seasoning. Let it soak for at least 30 minutes—or overnight if you’re a planner.

2. Prepare the Coating
Mix flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and the remaining 1 tsp Crisp Morning seasoning in a shallow dish. This is where the crispy magic happens.

3. Fry the Chicken
Heat a skillet with a thin layer of oil over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, and pan-fry until golden and cooked through—about 3–4 minutes per side. Set aside on a wire rack (or a paper-towel-lined plate if you’re fancy like that).

4. Make the Apple Butter Glaze
Melt butter and honey in a small pan. Stir in shredded green apple and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and saucy. Spoon this sticky-sweet goodness over your fried chicken pieces.

5. Assemble the Sliders
Toast those mini waffles until lightly crispy. Sandwich a glazed chicken piece between two waffles, drizzle with maple syrup, and secure with a toothpick.

6. Serve & Brag
Pile them high on a platter, snap a photo before your guests devour them, and enjoy warm. Perfect with a side of mimosas (or sweet tea if you’re keeping it wholesome).

Chef’s Notes:

• Want even more crunch? Add a pickle slice or a slice of bacon between the waffles.

• Feeding a crowd? Double the recipe—it disappears fast.

• No mini waffles? Cut full-sized waffles into quarters. Problem solved.

These Apple Jalapeño Chicken Waffle Sliders are proof that brunch can be bold, playful, and addictive. Try them once and you’ll never go back to boring toast. Hungry for more flavor adventures? Check out our full collection of recipes featuring Crisp Morning (Apple Jalapeño) and other daring seasonings from Flavor Expedition Co.