CHICKEN LITTLE SLIDERS

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Fruity salsa dresses up these juicy chicken patties, that are perfect for feeding a crowd. The fun name reminds kids of the fable and makes them eager to try one.-Laura McAllister, Morganton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 28

SALSA:
3 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil
1/4 cup canned crushed pineapple
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
MAYO:
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped roasted sweet red pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Dash salt
BURGERS:
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup finely chopped roasted sweet red peppers
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons fat-free milk
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1-1/3 cups soft bread crumbs
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds ground chicken
SERVING:
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
18 heat-and-serve rolls, split
18 small lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In two small bowls, combine the salsa and mayo ingredients; chill until serving., In a large bowl, combine the egg, peppers, milk, mustard, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Crumble chicken over mixture and mix well. Shape into 18 patties., If grilling the burgers, coat grill rack with cooking spray before starting the grill. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear., Stir cheese into salsa. Spread rolls with mayo; top each with a lettuce leaf, burger and 2 tablespoons salsa mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 440mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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