BBQ Chicken Sliders
BBQ Chicken Sliders are the perfect addition to any gathering, bursting with smoky-sweet flavor and nestled in soft, fluffy buns. These sliders evoke memories of summer barbecues, combining tender shredded chicken with zesty barbecue sauce, crunchy coleslaw, and tangy pickles. They are easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress your guests!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 sliders 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 12 slider buns (soft and fluffy)
- 1 cup coleslaw (creamy variety preferred)
- ½ cup pickles (sliced)
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place chicken breasts on the baking sheet and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Pour half of the barbecue sauce over the chicken, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, then shred using two forks.
- Assemble sliders by placing shredded chicken on each bun and topping with coleslaw and pickles.
- Garnish with cilantro if desired, serve on a platter, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate chicken in barbecue sauce for at least two hours before cooking. Try substituting chicken with pulled pork or jackfruit for a vegetarian option. Add jalapeños for a spicy kick or experiment with different toppings to customize your sliders.