Juicy BBQ Chicken Sliders (Print View)

Tender shredded chicken on buns paired with crispy golden fries, ideal for casual gatherings or family meals.

# Components:

→ Chicken & Sauce

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup barbecue sauce
03 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Sliders

09 - 12 slider buns
10 - 6 slices cheddar cheese, halved
11 - 1 cup coleslaw
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Fries

13 - 4 large russet potatoes
14 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
15 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
16 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
17 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 425°F.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry and evenly season both sides with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
04 - Transfer seared chicken to a baking dish. Pour chicken broth and barbecue sauce over the chicken, cover tightly with foil, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch thick fries. Toss evenly with vegetable oil, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika.
06 - Arrange fries on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
07 - Remove chicken from the oven. Using two forks, shred the meat finely and toss with the cooking sauce in the baking dish.
08 - Brush slider buns with melted butter and toast lightly in the oven for 3 to 4 minutes until warm.
09 - On the bottom halves of the toasted buns, layer shredded BBQ chicken, a half slice of cheddar cheese, and a spoonful of coleslaw. Cover with the top bun.
10 - Serve the sliders hot accompanied by the crispy fries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add pickles or sliced jalapeños to the sliders.
  • Chicken can be cooked in a slow cooker on LOW for 4 hours instead of baking.
03 -
  • Use sweet potato fries for a twist.
  • Brush the buns with melted butter to ensure a golden toasted finish.
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