Juicy BBQ Chicken Sliders (Printable)

Tender shredded BBQ chicken on slider buns complemented by golden, crispy fries—perfect for gatherings.

# 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 prepared 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

# Steps:

01 - Set oven to 425°F.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and 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 - Place seared chicken in a baking dish. Pour chicken broth and barbecue sauce over the chicken. Cover with foil.
05 - Bake chicken for 20 to 25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
06 - Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch thick fries. Toss with vegetable oil, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
07 - Bake fries for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp and golden.
08 - Remove chicken from oven. Shred using two forks and mix with the sauce remaining in the baking dish.
09 - Brush slider buns with melted butter. Toast in oven for 3 to 4 minutes until lightly browned.
10 - Place shredded chicken on bottom half of each bun, top with cheddar cheese halves and a spoonful of coleslaw. Cover with top bun.
11 - Serve sliders hot alongside crispy fries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy main dish for any occasion
  • Crowd-pleasing comfort food for family or guests
02 -
  • You can cook the chicken in a slow cooker on LOW for 4 hours instead of the oven
  • Switch to sweet potato fries for extra flavor and color
03 -
  • Add pickles or sliced jalapenos to the sliders for tangy crunch
  • Toast buns briefly for a crisp, buttery finish
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