Description
These Cheesy BBQ Chicken Sliders are a delicious and crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game day, parties, or quick dinners. Tender shredded chicken coated in tangy barbecue sauce is topped with melted cheddar cheese, all nestled inside soft slider buns brushed with a buttery garlic and onion seasoning, then baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Sliders
- 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Butter Topping
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the sliders.
- Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken with the barbecue sauce, stirring thoroughly to coat all the chicken evenly.
- Assemble Sliders: Slice the slider buns in half horizontally. Place the bottom halves in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, creating an even layer.
- Add Chicken and Cheese: Spread the BBQ chicken mixture evenly over the bottom buns, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken to cover completely.
- Top and Butter Buns: Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese layer. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder and onion powder, then brush this mixture generously over the tops of the buns.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes to heat through and allow flavors to meld.
- Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5–7 minutes until the buns are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the sliders from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve the sliders warm for best taste.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker, easier preparation.
- Add chopped red onion or pickled jalapeños to the chicken mixture for an extra layer of flavor.
- These sliders make a fantastic choice for parties, game days, or a simple family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
