Author adapted by Angela Litzinger at test.angelaskitchen.com from Multiply Delicious on http://www.smithfield.com/guest_blog/entry/chicken-apple-bacon-sliders
Ingredients
6slicesbaconcooked until crisp and crumbled
1 1/2poundsground chicken
1large granny smith applecored and shredded (about 1 cup)
1/3cupfinely minced celery
3tablespoonshoney
3/4teaspoonpoultry seasoning
1/2teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
1/2teaspoonsalt
Instructions
In a large bowl, stir shredded apple with celery, poultry seasoning, pepper, and salt until blended. Mix in honey, chicken, and crumbled cooked bacon. Combine until well mixed, but do not overmix. Shape chicken mixture into 1/2-inch-thick sliders, using 1/8th pound of meat per slider.
Freezing Directions: To freeze, place sliders on a baking sheet lined with plastic wrap. Place in the coldest part of the freezer. When frozen through, divide and place into indicated number of freezer bags separated by waxed paper.
To serve: Prepare outdoor grill on medium, or heat a lightly oiled pan at medium-high heat on stove. Cook sliders 4 minutes on each side or until chicken is cooked through.