Juicy BBQ Chicken Sliders (Printable)

Tender shredded BBQ chicken served on soft buns with crispy fries for a satisfying meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 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 to 425°F to prepare for cooking.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry and evenly season both sides with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
03 - Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
04 - Transfer seared chicken to a baking dish; pour chicken broth and barbecue sauce over it, then cover tightly with foil.
05 - Bake the chicken for 20 to 25 minutes until cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
06 - Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch thick fries, toss with vegetable oil, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika, then spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
07 - Bake fries for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
08 - Remove chicken from oven; shred using two forks and mix with the sauce in the baking dish.
09 - Brush slider buns with melted butter and toast in the oven for 3 to 4 minutes until lightly browned.
10 - Layer shredded BBQ chicken on the bottom half of each bun, top with halved cheddar cheese and a spoonful of coleslaw, then cover with the top bun.
11 - Serve the sliders hot alongside the crispy fries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare for weeknights or parties
  • The crispy fries and tender sliders make it kid-approved
02 -
  • Use parchment paper for easier cleanup when baking fries
  • Slider buns can be replaced with mini brioche rolls for richer flavor
03 -
  • Add pickles or sliced jalapenos for extra flavor
  • Try sweet potato fries for a delicious twist
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