Savory Classic BBQ Chicken Sliders for Easy Family Feasts
Classic BBQ Chicken Sliders are savory, comforting, and perfect for family gatherings.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- - Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups shredded chicken use rotisserie chicken for convenience
- 0.5 cups BBQ sauce Sweet Baby Ray's recommended
- 1 jalapeño use to taste or omit
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika substitute with regular paprika if needed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder can use fresh garlic
For the Buns and Toppings
- 6 slider rolls whole wheat or gluten-free if needed
- 0.5 cups red onion finely sliced
- 0.25 cups cilantro Substitute with parsley if necessary
- 6 slices pepper jack cheese substitute with Monterey Jack or cheddar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
For the Butter Topping
- 4 tablespoons butter use unsalted
Instructions
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Mix shredded chicken in a bowl with BBQ sauce, jalapeño, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until everything is well coated.
- Split the slider rolls in half and lay the bottom halves on the prepared baking sheet.
- Distribute the chicken mixture evenly across the rolls, drizzle with remaining BBQ sauce, and top with red onion, cilantro, and pepper jack cheese.
- Cover the sliders with foil and bake for 12 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Melt butter with garlic powder in a small bowl. Brush buttery mixture over the tops of the buns, sprinkle black pepper, and bake uncovered for an additional 5-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the sliders from the oven, let them cool briefly, and serve warm.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with extra cilantro or sliced jalapeños for a fresh touch.