Description
Chicken and Cheese Sliders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining juicy, seasoned chicken with melty cheese, all nestled in soft slider buns. Perfect for game day or casual family dinners, these flavorful mini sandwiches are easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in, these sliders offer a deliciously satisfying experience that will have everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 slider buns
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Let cool slightly before shredding.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with barbecue sauce.
- Slice slider buns in half and place on a baking sheet. Fill each bottom half with the chicken mixture and top generously with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Cover with bun tops and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sliders
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added spiciness, include jalapeños or swap cheeses for pepper jack. - Leftover rotisserie chicken can be used to save time.
