Bbq Chicken Sliders Hawaiian Rolls Recipe
These BBQ Chicken Sliders Hawaiian Rolls feature juicy shredded chicken, barbecue sauce, melted cheese, and soft buttery rolls baked until golden.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Saucepan or skillet
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- Pastry brush
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
For the chicken filling:
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
For the sliders:
- 1 package Hawaiian rolls 12 rolls
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
For the buttery topping:
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Optional toppings:
- pickle slices
- coleslaw
- jalapeño slices
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Step 2: Prepare the chicken mixture
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until the chicken is fully coated and flavorful.
Step 3: Slice the rolls
- Without separating the rolls, carefully slice the entire sheet of Hawaiian rolls horizontally to create a top half and bottom half.
Step 4: Build the base
- Place the bottom half of the rolls into the baking dish.
Step 5: Add the chicken
- Spread the barbecue chicken mixture evenly across the bottom layer of rolls.
Step 6: Add cheese and onions
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken. Add thin slices of red onion for extra flavor.
Step 7: Add the top buns
- Place the top half of the rolls over the filling.
Step 8: Prepare the butter topping
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with garlic powder and dried parsley.
Step 9: Brush the rolls
- Brush the butter mixture evenly across the tops of the rolls.
Step 10: Bake the sliders
- Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake another 5 minutes until the tops are golden and the cheese is melted.
Step 11: Serve warm
- Allow the sliders to cool for a few minutes, then slice along the roll lines and serve.