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BBQ Chicken Sliders

  • Author: Ava
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8 sliders 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: American

Description

BBQ chicken sliders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining tender, juicy chicken coated in smoky barbecue sauce and nestled between soft slider buns. Topped with crunchy coleslaw and tangy pickles, these sliders burst with flavor in every bite. Perfect for game days, summer barbecues, or cozy family dinners, they are easy to make and customizable to suit your taste. Get ready to impress your guests with this delicious dish that brings people together!


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 8 slider buns
  • 2 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1/2 cup pickles (dill or bread-and-butter)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. Grill or pan-sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. If using an oven, bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until combined.
  4. Brush the cooked chicken with the sauce mixture and allow to caramelize for another minute on each side.
  5. Toast slider buns until lightly golden.
  6. Assemble sliders by placing glazed chicken on each bun followed by coleslaw and pickles.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slider
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in BBQ sauce before cooking. Customize by adding jalapeños for heat or different sauces for varied taste profiles. Leftover sliders can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.