BBQ Chicken Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls Recipe
These BBQ Chicken Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls are a delicious, easy-to-make party favorite perfect for any gathering. Tender shredded chicken mixed with tangy barbecue sauce, layered with red onions and melted cheddar cheese, all nestled inside soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls brushed with garlic butter and baked to golden perfection. Garnished with fresh cilantro, these sliders deliver a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and sweet flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Sliders
- 12 Hawaiian rolls
- 3 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese, sliced
Garlic Butter
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Garnish
- Freshly chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C) to prepare for baking the sliders.
- Mix Chicken and BBQ Sauce: In a bowl, thoroughly combine the shredded chicken with the barbecue sauce until evenly coated. Set aside.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: Mix the melted butter with garlic salt, ensuring the garlic salt is fully incorporated. Set this mixture aside.
- Assemble Sliders: Slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally. Lay the bottom halves in a baking dish. Evenly spread the BBQ chicken mixture over the bottoms, then layer the thinly sliced red onions followed by slices of cheddar cheese. Place the top halves of the rolls back on.
- Cut and Butter: Using a sharp knife, cut between each slider to separate them slightly. Brush the tops of the rolls generously with the garlic butter mixture, allowing some butter to seep between the sliders.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the tops are golden and slightly crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve the sliders warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can substitute pulled rotisserie chicken for shredded chicken to save time.
- Use your favorite barbecue sauce for a personalized flavor.
- If you prefer a spicier slider, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
- Cheddar cheese can be swapped with Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a twist.
- The sliders are great served with pickles or a side of coleslaw.
Keywords: BBQ chicken sliders, Hawaiian rolls sliders, baked sliders, party appetizers, easy chicken sliders, cheesy BBQ chicken
