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Easy Cheesy BBQ Chicken Sliders

Easy Cheesy BBQ Chicken Sliders


  • Author: OliviaBennett
  • Total Time: 30 mins

Description

Hey there, slider lover! Olivia here—ready to save your next gathering with gooey, smoky, cheesy goodness packed into pillowy sweet rolls. These BBQ Chicken Sliders come together fast, feed a hungry crowd, and taste like a warm, melty hug straight from the oven. No fuss, no fancy gear—just big flavors, golden tops, and guaranteed smiles. Let’s make your kitchen the happiest place on the block!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken tenders (or 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken)

  • 1 tsp each salt, pepper, garlic powder

  • ½ tsp cayenne (optional)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • ½ cup BBQ sauce (your fave!)

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 2 tbsp mayo (or Greek yogurt)

  • 2 tbsp chili garlic sauce (or sriracha)

  • 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls (keep them connected!)

  • ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley

  • ½ tsp garlic powder


Instructions

1️⃣ Cook Chicken: Season tenders with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne. Sear in oil over medium-high heat, 4–5 mins per side. Rest 5 mins, then shred. (Skip this if using rotisserie chicken.)
2️⃣ Sauce It Up: Mix BBQ sauce, Worcestershire, mayo, and chili garlic sauce. Toss chicken until coated.
3️⃣ Build: Slice rolls in half horizontally. Lay bottoms in a baking dish. Pile on chicken, sprinkle cheddar then mozzarella. Add top buns.
4️⃣ Butter Crown: Mix melted butter, parsley, and garlic powder. Brush generously over buns.
5️⃣ Bake: 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 mins, until cheese is melty and tops are golden. Rest 2 mins, slice, serve warm!

Notes

  • Sweet rolls too sweet? Use mini brioche or potato rolls!

  • Extra gooey: sprinkle more cheese on top before baking.

  • Serve with crunchy pickles or slaw to balance the richness.

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins

Nutrition

  • Calories: 390 cal Per Serving
  • Fat: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Protein: 20g