🥪 Shredded Chicken Sliders

Comfort food made easy — great for parties, game days, or weeknight dinners!

These small but mighty sandwiches are quick to prep, endlessly customizable, and always a crowd favorite. Soft buns, saucy shredded chicken, melty cheese, and a buttery golden topping make every bite irresistible.

🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12 Sliders)

• 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
• 1 cup BBQ sauce (or buffalo, teriyaki, marinara — your choice)
• 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
• 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, etc.)
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp parsley flakes (optional)
• ½ small red onion, finely chopped (optional)
• Pickles or coleslaw, for topping (optional)

🥄 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

Set to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Mix Chicken & Sauce

In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce and chopped red onion (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning.

3. Assemble the Sliders

• Slice buns horizontally (keep them connected for easier handling).
• Place bottom halves in the baking dish.
• Evenly spread the chicken mixture on the buns.
• Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
• Add any toppings like pickles or slaw.
• Place top halves of the buns back on.

4. Add the Butter Topping

In a small bowl, combine:

• Melted butter
• Garlic powder
• Parsley (optional)
  Brush mixture generously over the tops of the buns.

5. Bake

• Cover loosely with foil. Bake 10 minutes.
• Remove foil and bake 5–7 minutes more until tops are golden and cheese is melted.

6. Rest, Slice, and Serve

Let rest 5 minutes. Slice and serve warm!

🍟 Serving Suggestions

Great with:

• Sweet potato fries or curly fries
• Classic coleslaw or potato salad
• Pickles or cucumber salad

Drinks:

• Lemonade, soda, or iced tea
• Light beer or hard cider for adults

🌟 Flavor Variations

1. Buffalo Chicken
Use buffalo sauce + ranch or blue cheese crumbles

2. Chicken Parmesan
Use marinara + mozzarella + sprinkle of Italian herbs

3. Hawaiian Teriyaki
Use teriyaki sauce + crushed pineapple + Swiss cheese

4. Ranch Bacon
Mix ranch seasoning into the chicken + add crispy bacon + cheddar

5. Jalapeño Popper Style
Mix chicken with cream cheese + jalapeños + pepper jack

❄️ Make-Ahead & Storage

Make-Ahead:

• Prepare shredded chicken mixture up to 3 days ahead
• Fully assemble and refrigerate (unbaked) for up to 1 day

Storing Leftovers:

• Store in fridge up to 4 days
• Reheat in oven (350°F for 10–12 min) or microwave 30–60 sec per slider

Freezing:

• Assemble unbaked sliders, wrap tightly
• Thaw overnight, then bake as directed (add 5 extra minutes)

✅ Pro Tips

• Don’t skip the butter topping – it makes the sliders extra flavorful and golden
• Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt
• Keep buns connected during slicing and baking for easier handling
• Add crunch inside with slaw, pickles, or crispy onions

❓ FAQs

Can I use canned chicken?
Yes — drain well and mix with a bold sauce to improve texture and flavor.

Best cheese to use?
Cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, provolone, or Swiss — all melt beautifully.

Can I make it spicy?
Absolutely! Add hot sauce, jalapeños, or cayenne to the chicken or butter topping.

Serving for a crowd?
Double or triple the recipe and bake in batches. Serve right from the pan.

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