Dinner

Nashville Hot Chicken Sliders with Dill Pickle Aioli Recipe

Bylina Carter January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Introduction

Nashville Hot Chicken Sliders with Dill Pickle Aioli are a spicy, tangy twist on a classic Southern favorite. These bite-sized sandwiches pack a flavorful punch and are perfect for parties or a fun family meal.

The image shows a sandwich with three layers: a soft toasted bun top with a golden-brown color sitting on top of a layer of green pickles and creamy white sauce mixed with chopped herbs and onions. Below this is a thick, crispy fried chicken fillet with a dark golden-brown crust. The bottom layer is a toasted bun base that is light golden and soft. The sauce is dripping slightly over the edges of the chicken and bun. The sandwich is placed on a wooden board with two more similar sandwiches blurred in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb chicken thighs
1 cup buttermilk

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Slider buns

Dill pickle slices
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dill pickle juice

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 2 hours to tenderize and infuse flavor.
Step 2: In a bowl, combine flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Coat the marinated chicken thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere.

Step 4: Fry the chicken in hot oil until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes depending on thickness.
Step 5: Prepare the dill pickle aioli by mixing mayonnaise and dill pickle juice in a small bowl.
Step 6: Assemble the sliders by placing the fried chicken on slider buns, topping with dill pickle slices and a generous spread of dill pickle aioli.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper to the flour mixture or brush chicken with hot sauce after frying.
Swap dill pickle juice with lemon juice in the aioli for a different tangy flavor.
Use chicken breasts if you prefer leaner meat, but adjust frying time accordingly.

Storage

Store leftover chicken separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep slider buns and aioli refrigerated as well. Reheat chicken in the oven to maintain crispiness before assembling sliders again.