Bourbon-Glazed Ham and Chicken Sliders

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-16 · Updated 2026-04-16

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Mini sandwiches featuring juicy chicken, smoky ham, and a sweet bourbon glaze, perfect for an elegant appetizer or light meal. This American quick recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, ham slices, and bourbon for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 8 American cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz chicken thighs
4 oz ham slices
1 tbsp bourbon
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp dijon mustard
8 slider buns
2 oz cheddar cheese
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp fresh chives

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat 8 oz chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer to a baking sheet.
Step 2: Mix 1 tbsp bourbon, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp dijon mustard in a small bowl. Brush over chicken.
Step 3: Place 4 oz ham slices on top of chicken, then top with 2 oz shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 4: Bake for 15 minutes until cheese melts and ham is warm.
Step 5: Toast 8 slider buns with 1 tbsp butter until golden. Top with chicken, ham, and chives.