Bar Chicks - Blackened Chicken Sliders

In a resealable bag, combine the white wine, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Add the chicken pieces, seal the bag, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or up to 24 hours. (Prep time: 5 minutes, Marinating: 8-24 hours)

In a small bowl, whisk together the kosher salt, onion powder, sugar, black pepper, white pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and oregano. This is your blackened seasoning. Transfer to a shaker or airtight container. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

In a food processor, combine the mayonnaise, chives, garlic, 1 teaspoon lime juice, chipotle chile powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the chives are finely minced and the aioli is smooth. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the onion is deeply caramelized and dark brown, about 30 minutes more. Remove from the skillet and set aside. (Cook time: 35 minutes)

Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly spray the chicken pieces with cooking spray and generously sprinkle all sides with the blackened seasoning. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the blackened chicken pieces and cook until cooked through and lightly charred about 5 minutes per side. An internal thermometer should register 165°F (74°C). (Cook time: 10 minutes)

To assemble the sliders, place a piece of chicken, a quarter of a Cheddar cheese slice, and a spoonful of caramelized onion onto the bottom half of each toasted roll. Top with a dollop of chipotle aioli on the top half of the roll and place it on top of the onion layer to form a sandwich. Serve immediately. (Assembly time: 10 minutes)