BBQ Chicken Sliders: Irresistibly Quick & Flavor-Packed Delight
Delight in BBQ Chicken Sliders, a celebration of flavor with tender chicken, rich BBQ sauce, and customizable spice, perfect for gatherings.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Oven
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Chicken Filling
- 4 cups Shredded Chicken Opt for rotisserie for convenience or poach/bake for freshness.
- 0.85 cups BBQ Sauce Sweet Baby Ray’s is a crowd favorite, adjust based on personal taste.
- 0.33 cups Jalapeño Finely diced; can be omitted for milder sliders.
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Adds depth and a smoky flair.
For the Assembly
- 12 Slider Rolls Soft rolls that cradle your filling.
- 0.33 cups Red Onion Thinly sliced; optional but enhances flavor.
- 0.25 cups Cilantro Freshly chopped; can substitute with parsley.
- 1.5 cups Pepper Jack Cheese Shredded; melts beautifully.
For the Topping
- 1 tbsp Butter Enhances flavors.
- 0.25 tsp Garlic Powder Adds a subtle garlic flavor.
- Black Pepper For seasoning the garlic butter.
Instructions
How to Make BBQ Chicken Sliders
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light spray of non-stick spray.
- Slice your red onion thinly, chop the cilantro, and shred the cheese if using block cheese.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with 0.5 cup of BBQ sauce, diced jalapeño, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Stir until well-coated.
- Slice slider rolls in half and lay the bottom halves on the baking sheet. Distribute the chicken mixture, drizzle with remaining BBQ sauce, then add onion, cilantro, and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 12 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Melt butter in a small bowl and mix in garlic powder.
- Remove foil, brush tops with garlic butter, sprinkle with black pepper, and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes until tops are golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm.
Notes
Optional: Add slices of avocado or a splash of hot sauce for extra zing. Customize spice by adjusting jalapeño for guests' preferences.