Description

These Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders are deliciously savory and perfect for any occasion, featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with fresh basil pesto, melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and a flavorful garlic butter topping. Baked to golden perfection on soft slider buns, they’re quick to make and ideal for parties, game days, or a tasty weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Slider Assembly

12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1/2 cup basil pesto
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)

Garlic Butter Topping

4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Slice Slider Buns: Slice the slider buns horizontally without separating the rolls, creating a top and bottom slab. Place the bottom half flat in the prepared baking dish.
Mix Chicken and Pesto: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with basil pesto and mayonnaise (if using), stirring until the chicken is evenly coated.
Assemble Sliders: Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the bottom half of the buns in the baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken layer.
Add Top Buns: Place the top half of the slider buns over the cheese and chicken filling, pressing lightly to secure layers.
Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Brush and Bake: Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the top buns. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes.
Finish Baking: Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 5–7 minutes, until the buns are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Cool and Serve: Let the sliders cool slightly before slicing between the buns and serving warm.

Notes

Using rotisserie chicken saves preparation time and adds great flavor.
For extra crispy tops, broil the sliders for 1–2 minutes after baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
These sliders make perfect party appetizers, game day snacks, or quick weeknight dinners.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slider
Calories: 260
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 45mg