Chicken Parmesan Sliders
Get ready to elevate your game day snacks or weeknight dinners with our irresistible recipe for Chicken Parmesan Sliders! These mouthwatering sliders are a delightful twist on the classic Italian favorite, featuring crispy breaded chicken, tangy marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, all nestled between soft slider buns. Perfect for feeding a crowd or satisfying your cravings, these sliders are sure to be a hit at any gathering. In this article, we’ll guide you through the simple steps to create these delectable Chicken Parmesan Sliders, complete with expert tips and tricks to ensure success every time. Let’s dive in and discover how to make the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack or meal!
In crafting these Chicken Parmesan Sliders, we’ve taken the beloved flavors of traditional Chicken Parmesan and transformed them into bite-sized delights that are perfect for any occasion. The star of the show is the crispy breaded chicken, which is tender and juicy on the inside and wonderfully crunchy on the outside. Paired with tangy marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella cheese, each bite is bursting with savory goodness. Nestled between soft slider buns, these sliders are not only delicious but also incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer for a party or as a quick and easy dinner for the family, these Chicken Parmesan Sliders are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
If you enjoy sliders check out my cheeseburger sliders or these sweet and savory Hawaiian Beef!
Chicken Parmesan Sliders
Cook up and shred chicken or use up leftover rotisserie chicken. Either route you will love this recipe.
I made these up and my kids went nuts over them. They begged me to make more, cause there is something about chicken, tomato sauce, and cheese that just works well together!
Could I Use Breaded Chicken Instead
If you are wanting a breaded chicken instead of shredded, you could probably use chicken nuggets or even chicken strips. It would give you that breaded chicken that would add more flavor.
I would almost look at the cook time and pre-cook the nuggets or chicken strips part of the way to ensure they fully cook.
How to Make
Step 1: Slice your buns in half, so you can stuff them full of all your tasty toppings.
Step 2: Now you will add on your shredded or breaded chicken, sauce, mozzarella and then top with your buns. Make sure to have all toppings spread evenly for an even cook.
Step 3: Top your buns with the butter spread and then bake as directed in the printable recipe card below.
Once done cut the buns and serve up with your favorite sides!
What to Pair With Chicken Sliders
You can essentially pair anything with these sliders. I love doing something like coleslaw, potato salad, plain or salt and vinegar chips, etc.
Feel free to reach for any or all your favorites. You will love these.
Can I Serve These Sliders As An Appetizer
Chicken Parmesan Sliders can be a great appetizer for your game day parties. Or even a fun treat to serve next to a pool full of hungry kids and adults.
No matter the time of year, rain or shine these sliders are a fantastic lunch, dinner or appetizer.
Storing Leftovers
If you have leftover sandwiches simply place them in an airtight container and store in the fridge. Then you can reheat in the microwave or cover with foil and warm up in the oven. Either way these reheat nicely.
Or if you don’t want to reheat, sink your teeth into them cold. My kids gobble them up for snacks, lunch and any chance they get.
Tips & Tricks for Making Chicken Parmesan Sliders
Creating Chicken Parmesan Sliders is a delightful endeavor, and here are some tips and tricks to ensure they turn out perfectly:
- Choose Quality Marinara Sauce: Use a high-quality marinara sauce for the best flavor. You can use store-bought sauce or homemade marinara sauce.
- Add Fresh Basil: For a burst of freshness, add fresh basil leaves to the sliders before serving. It adds a pop of color and flavor that complements the other ingredients perfectly.
- Serve with Extra Sauce: Serve the sliders with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping. This allows guests to customize their sliders to their liking.
- Use Toothpicks: Secure the sliders with toothpicks to prevent them from falling apart when serving or transporting.
I think if you are a fan of chicken parmesan you will love this slider version.
Chicken Parmesan Sliders
Chicken Parmesan Sliders is such an easy and delicious chicken parmesan recipe. Tender chicken, marinara, fresh mozzarella on delicious slider buns. An easy weeknight dinner you will want to make over and over again.
Ingredients
- 12 Pack Hawaiian Sliders
- 3 Cups shredded chicken, you can use a rotisserie chicken*
- 3/4 - 1 cup Spaghetti sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella sliced (shredded mozzarella works great too)
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- BUTTER MIXTURE**
- 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan
- 1 TSP Garlic Powder
- 1 TSP Dried Basil
- 1/2 Melted Butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Line the bottom of a pan (large enough to fit your rolls, laying flat). Lightly spray the foil with canola spray.
- Cut your sliders in half, separating the top from the bottom. Put the bottom half in the bottom of your pan.
- Spread chicken evenly across the bottom bread.
- Spread the spaghetti sauce evenly on top of the chicken.
- Place mozzarella slices evenly across the top.
- Place basil leaves on top of the mozzarella. Use as many as you like.
- Melt butter. Add in grated Parmesan, garlic powder, & dried basil.
- Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter. You will have extra butter leftover.
- Cover the pan with aluminum foil. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes or until your rolls are just getting a nice toasty finish.
- Cut & serve.
Notes
*You can also opt to use breaded chicken breasts, from frozen or fresh. or sliced grilled chicken breasts
**This will make more than you need. 1/2 the amount will not make enough
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 203Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 357mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 21g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
