Shredded Chicken BBQ Sliders for Easy Party Sandwiches
Mini sweet bun sliders filled with saucy shredded chicken, melted cheddar cheese, and crisp red onion. A quick and crowd-pleasing handheld dish perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 12 slider rolls (such as Hawaiian sweet rolls)
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for drizzling
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (or olive oil for a dairy-free option)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Place slider rolls, cut side up, on a baking sheet
- Layer 1/2 cup shredded chicken in the bottom of each roll
- Top with 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken
- Top each slider with a few slices of red onion
- Drizzle each with 1 tablespoon additional BBQ sauce
- Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter or olive oil
- Bake for 17 minutes, or until the rolls are toasted and the cheese is melted
- Serve warm and enjoy
Notes
For quicker prep, use pre-cooked and shredded chicken like rotisserie chicken
Pickled or green onions can be used as substitutes for red onion
BBQ sauce can be homemade or store-bought depending on preference
Cheese can be substituted with pepper jack or Monterey jack if desired
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven for best results
Pickled or green onions can be used as substitutes for red onion
BBQ sauce can be homemade or store-bought depending on preference
Cheese can be substituted with pepper jack or Monterey jack if desired
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven for best results
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
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