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BBQ Chicken Sliders

Delicious BBQ Chicken Sliders made with tender shredded chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and served on soft slider buns. Perfect for parties or a casual dinner!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder for flavor
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika adds a smoky flavor
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper to taste
For the Sliders
  • 8 count slider buns soft and fresh
  • 1 cup coleslaw for topping
  • ¼ cup pickles sliced, optional for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a slow cooker, add the chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. This combination of spices will enhance the flavor of the chicken as it cooks.
  2. Pour the barbecue sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. The sauce will keep the chicken moist and infuse it with flavor.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  4. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining sauce for added flavor.
Assemble the Sliders
  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. If desired, lightly toast the slider buns on the grill for a minute or two until golden brown.
  2. On the bottom half of each slider bun, place a generous portion of the BBQ chicken.
  3. Top the chicken with a spoonful of coleslaw for crunch and freshness. The coleslaw adds a creamy texture that complements the BBQ chicken.
  4. If using, add a few slices of pickles on top for an extra tangy flavor.
  5. Place the top half of the bun on each slider and serve immediately on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These sliders can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Simply reheat the chicken before assembling the sliders. Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients!

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