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Chicken Sliders Butter

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Soft buns filled with juicy chicken, spicy mayo, melty cheese, and veggies. Topped with a buttery garlic herb glaze for extra yum.

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Updated on Mon, 28 Apr 2025 13:43:11 GMT
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Want a simple DIY party bite? These chicken mini-sandwiches win over any crowd! My version packs Hawaiian buns with moist rotisserie chicken, gooey cheese, and zesty chipotle mayo. They come together in minutes - just what you need for sports viewing, gatherings, or those nights when you can't spend forever cooking!

What Makes These So Good

This creation needs just a few minutes to throw together but tastes like you've been cooking all day. My version works perfectly when you're feeding lots of people or need a quick family meal. The greatest thing? You can switch things up any way that suits your taste!

Ingredients You'll Want

  • Foundation: Those pillowy Hawaiian rolls work magic here.
  • Easy Meat: A store-bought rotisserie chicken saves tons of time.
  • Heat Factor: Chipotle mayo adds that perfect kick.
  • Tasty Dairy: Nothing beats a nice provolone for melty goodness.
  • Texture Elements: Some pickles, red onion slices, and tomato chunks.
  • Secret Finish: That garlic butter topping makes everything better.

Building Your Sliders

Set Everything Up
First things first, cut those rolls horizontally but don't separate them completely. Find a dish where they fit snugly - they need to stay together while baking!
Stack Your Ingredients
Here's where it gets fun! Smear plenty of that spicy mayo across all bottom buns. Add your chicken (I warm mine up first). Layer cheese generously, then arrange pickles, onions and tomatoes however you fancy.
Butter Magic
This step takes everything up a notch. Mix melted butter with minced garlic and fresh parsley - your kitchen will smell fantastic! Drizzle it all over the top buns, letting it seep down the sides.
Into The Oven
Wrap the whole thing in foil (this traps steam initially). Bake at 350°F for roughly 20 minutes, then pull off the foil for another 5 minutes. They'll turn golden on top and all that cheese will melt beautifully!
Final Moves
Let them cool briefly - they'll hold together better. Then just cut between each roll for individual mini-sandwiches. Everyone will think you're some kind of kitchen wizard!

Clever Shortcuts

Know what makes this even simpler? Toss that chicken in your stand mixer to shred it crazy fast! Works great with other meats too - try leftover turkey or beef. Need to plan ahead? You can build these early and bake later. I sometimes toss some poppy seeds on top for extra texture and a prettier look.

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A plate of fluffy, golden-brown sandwich sliders filled with shredded chicken, tomatoes, red onions, and garnished with chopped parsley. | cookingkitchn.com

Perfect Pairings

These mini-sandwiches need good friends on the plate! I like them with a tangy Caesar or some sweet-hot mango salsa. They're amazing alongside some honey-drizzled Brussels sprouts with sriracha. They fit right in at any gathering next to other finger foods like cheesy spinach twists.

Storage Tricks

Got extras? Your sliders will stay tasty in the fridge for about 5 days. When you're ready to eat them again, just wrap in foil and warm at 350°F for around 10 minutes. Smart move if you're making ahead: keep that garlic butter separate until you're ready to bake!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ How can I shred chicken fast?

Use a mixer (hand or stand) for quick results, or pull apart with two forks for a classic way.

→ Can I swap the chicken for another meat?

Yep! You could try ham, salami, roast beef, or prosciutto instead.

→ Is it okay to add different sauces?

Absolutely! Stir in some BBQ sauce or buffalo sauce for a twist in flavor.

→ What if I need more of these?

You can easily double the amount by using two pans for baking.

→ Can I prepare these in advance?

Yes, put them together a day early and brush on the butter just before baking.

Chicken Sliders Butter

Fluffy rolls packed with tender chicken, spicy mayo, and cheese. Finished off with herbed garlic butter for an irresistible bite.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
25 Minutes
Total Time
40 Minutes
By: Sophia


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 12 Servings (12)

Dietary: Low-Carb

Ingredients

01 1 bag of Hawaiian rolls.
02 1 shredded rotisserie chicken.
03 3 spoonfuls of spicy mayonnaise.
04 4 slices of provolone, or more as needed.
05 A quarter cup of pickle slices.
06 1 tomato, cut into thin rounds.
07 Half a red onion, sliced thinly.
08 2 spoons of butter.
09 2 garlic cloves, finely grated.
10 2 spoons of chopped parsley.
11 Half a teaspoon of kosher salt.

Instructions

Step 01

Set your oven to 350°F and ensure the middle rack is ready. This way, the rolls bake up golden without overcooking.

Step 02

Grab a serrated knife and gently cut the rolls horizontally as one block. Leave them connected for easy layering later.

Step 03

Snugly place the bottom half of the sliced rolls into your baking dish. Make sure there aren't any big empty spaces.

Step 04

Spread the mayo evenly on the bottom section of the rolls. Get each corner covered so every bite has flavor.

Step 05

Spread the shredded chicken on top of the mayo, making sure it's spread out evenly for every slider.

Step 06

Place the provolone slices onto the chicken. Rip the cheese if needed so there aren't any uncovered spots.

Step 07

Lay the tomato slices across the cheese, slightly overlapping them so each slider has a bit of tomato.

Step 08

Distribute the onion slices over the tomato layer. Spread them out so they’re evenly visible in every bite.

Step 09

Scatter the pickle slices over the onion layer. Space them evenly so every piece has some pickle flavor.

Step 10

In a bowl, mix the melted butter with parsley, garlic, and salt. Stir it all together until everything's blended.

Step 11

Put the top half of the rolls back on, aligning them perfectly with the bottoms for an even finish.

Step 12

Use a brush to generously spread the butter mix over the tops, coating all crevices for extra flavor.

Step 13

Wrap the pan tightly with foil to trap the moisture and heat while baking.

Step 14

Bake the dish for 20 minutes with the foil on so the cheese melts and the filling gets steamy.

Step 15

Take the foil off and bake for 5 more minutes until the tops are golden brown and crisp.

Notes

  1. Made with store-bought rotisserie chicken.
  2. You can prepare this ahead of time.
  3. Super easy to put together!
  4. Perfect for feeding a group.

Tools You'll Need

  • A pan for baking.
  • Sharp serrated blade.
  • A brush for butter.
  • Foil to cover the dish.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy from cheese and butter.
  • Mayonnaise includes eggs.
  • Made with wheat in the rolls.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 153
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 2 g
  • Protein: 16 g