Chicken Wing Sliders
Kenneth Cadieux
July 08, 2026
Chicken Wing Sliders is a bariatric-friendly, portion-controlled main course built for life after weight loss surgery. This chicken wing sliders recipe supports gastric sleeve (VSG), gastric bypass, and GLP-1 patients with high-protein, low-volume portions that satisfy without overfilling a post-op stomach.
Indulge in VSG Chicken Wing Sliders – a mouthwatering fusion of classic bar food favorites. Savor the sweet, savory, and mildly spicy flavors in every bite of these boneless wonders, perfect for any gathering or casual meal.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ - 2LBS ground chicken or turkey
- 4 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 ½ teaspoons Lowry's Seasoning Salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese
- Zesty sprouts for garnish
- Pretzel rolls for serving
- ½ cup hot sauce
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ¼-½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1: Preheat
Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
Step 2:Prepare the Chicken Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, Lowry's Seasoning Salt, eggs, Panko breadcrumbs, and grated Asiago cheese. Mix until well combined.
Step 3:Shape the Patties
Shape the mixture into meatballs and flatten them into slider patties. Place the patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 4:Bake the Chicken Sliders
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown. While the chicken sliders are cooking, prepare the wing sauce by combining hot sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Heat on low, stirring occasionally, until fully combined. Remove the cooked chicken sliders from the oven and brush each patty with the prepared wing sauce. Assemble the sliders by placing a chicken patty on the bottom half of a pretzel roll, topping with zesty sprouts, and drizzling with additional wing sauce if desired. Cover with the top half of the pretzel roll. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Chicken Wing Sliders!
Bariatric Portion & Prep Tips
Protein-first eating drives success after bariatric surgery. The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery recommends prioritizing protein at every meal and stopping at the first sign of fullness. Prepping chicken wing sliders in a BariBowl portion-control container keeps servings post-op sized automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Chicken Wing Sliders recipe bariatric-friendly?
Yes — this chicken wing sliders recipe is portion-controlled and protein-forward, designed for gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric band patients.
Can I eat chicken wing sliders after gastric sleeve surgery?
Once your surgeon clears you for the soft or regular food phase, portion-controlled chicken wing sliders fits well into a post-op bariatric diet.
How should I portion chicken wing sliders after weight loss surgery?
Start with a half-cup serving, eat slowly, and stop at the first sign of fullness — a portion-control container like the BariBowl makes this automatic.
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