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bbq chicken sliders

BBQ Chicken Sliders

Delicious handheld sandwiches filled with juicy BBQ chicken, crunchy cabbage, and spicy pickles.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x9 Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 12 count Hawaiian slider buns
  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • ⅓–1 cup barbecue sauce start with ⅓ cup, add more if needed
  • cups chopped purple cabbage
  • ¼ cup chopped spicy pickles
  • 1 Tbsp. melted butter
  • 1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan for garnish
  • 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350ºF.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with your chosen amount of barbecue sauce until well coated.
  • Cut the slider buns in half horizontally and spread mayonnaise on the bottom halves if desired.
  • Assemble the sliders in a 9x9 baking dish: place the bottom halves of the buns, add a layer of chopped cabbage, spread the BBQ chicken on top, and sprinkle with pickles.
  • Place the top halves of the buns on the sliders. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
  • Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20–25 minutes until heated through.
  • Let the sliders rest for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Keyword BBQ Chicken, Sliders