Indulge in the savory delight of our easy chicken parmesan sliders, a mouthwatering twist on the classic Italian favorite. These sliders combine tender chicken, rich marinara sauce, and gooey cheese, all nestled within a soft bun.
Chicken Parmesan Sliders Ingredients
Juicy chicken tenderloins encased in a crispy coating serve as the foundation of these tasty sandwiches. Soft slider rolls hold everything together, offering a delightful contrast to the crunchy chicken.
You’ll need:
- 2.5-pound bag of frozen Southern-style chicken breast tenderloins, prepared according to package directions
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 15-ounce package (12-count) slider-sized buns
- 1¼ cups jarred marinara sauce
- 6 sandwich-sized slices of mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1½ tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
How To Make This Chicken Parmesan Sliders Recipe
STEP ONE: Prepare the southern-style chicken breast tenderloins according to the package directions (Heat on a baking sheet in a 425°F conventional oven for 18-20 minutes for the brand I used).
STEP TWO: Place the bottom halves of the slider buns into a 9×13 baking pan. Using a pastry brush, brush the tops with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Turn the buns upside down (bottoms up) and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set the oven temperature to 350°F.
STEP THREE: Turn the buns back to the bottom side down. Spread about ⅓ of the marinara sauce over the bottom slider buns.
STEP FOUR: Arrange the chicken breast tenderloins into a solid layer across the surface of the sauce-covered slider buns. You may not be able to fit all the pieces of chicken tenderloins onto the buns, but you should cover as much of the surface as you can.
STEP FIVE: Top the chicken with the remaining marinara sauce. Place the slices of mozzarella cheese in a single layer covering all the chicken. Place the tops of the slider buns onto the top of your chicken parmesan sliders.
STEP SIX: In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, garlic salt, and dried parsley flakes. Brush the tops of the slider buns with half the melted butter. You will reserve the remaining melted butter mixture.
STEP SEVEN: Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the tops of the slider buns are lightly toasted.
STEP EIGHT: Remove the chicken parmesan sliders from the oven, brush the tops of the buns with the remaining melted butter mixture, and garnish with a sprinkle of the grated parmesan cheese over the tops of all the slider buns.
STEP NINE: Slice the chicken parmesan sliders into 12 individual servings.
How To Serve
Serve these chicken parmesan sliders as a delightful appetizer at your next party. They’re the perfect finger food, along with our cucumber bites and stuffed mushrooms, for guests to enjoy while mingling.
Create a slider bar with a variety of condiments like lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles, allowing everyone to customize their sliders to their liking.
Pair these sliders with a crisp side salad such as our Caesar salad or tomato cucumber salad for a satisfying and balanced meal.
These sliders are crowd-pleasers during sports events, satisfying hungry fans with their bold flavors. Serve a variety of sliders, including our crack chicken sliders and bacon cheeseburger sliders.
For even more slider recipes, check out our pizza sliders and French dip sliders, too.
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Storage
MAKE AHEAD: You can prepare the components of these mini sandwiches in advance, such as baking the chicken, but it’s best to assemble the sliders just before serving to maintain their freshness and texture.
IN THE FRIDGE: Leftover chicken sliders can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Reheat them in a 325°F oven until warmed through.
IN THE FREEZER: We don’t recommend freezing these sliders as the buns may become soggy upon thawing.
REHEATING: Reheat the sliders in a 325°F oven until warmed through, or use a microwave for a quicker option.
Why We Love This Recipe
PLENTY OF FLAVOR: The combination of crispy chicken, savory marinara sauce, and melted cheese is a flavor explosion that appeals to both kids and adults.
EASY TO MAKE: They’re quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights or as a perfect appetizer when you need a satisfying meal without the fuss.
UNIQUE TWIST: The delicious sliders are a delightful twist on a classic Italian dish, bringing the taste of chicken parmesan to a handheld, shareable format.
Delicious chicken parmesan sliders bring the classic Italian flavors you love into a fun and shareable format. Whether it’s a casual gathering or a cozy family night, these sliders are sure to please with their irresistible combination of crispy chicken, savory sauce, and gooey cheese.
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Chicken Parmesan Sliders
Ingredients
- 2.5 pounds bagged frozen Southern-style chicken breast tenderloins, prepared according to package directions
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 15 ounces slider-sized buns (12-count)
- 1¼ cups jarred marinara sauce
- 6 slices mozzarella cheese (sandwich-sized slices)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1½ tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Prepare the southern-style chicken breast tenderloins according to the package directions (Heat on a baking sheet in a 425°F conventional oven for 18-20 minutes for the brand I used).
- Place the bottom halves of the slider buns into a 9×13 baking pan. Using a pastry brush, brush the tops with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Turn the buns upside down (bottoms up) and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set the oven temperature to 350°F.
- Turn the buns back to the bottom side down. Spread about ⅓ of the marinara sauce over the bottom slider buns.
- Arrange the chicken breast tenderloins into a solid layer across the surface of the sauce-covered slider buns. You may not be able to fit all the pieces of chicken tenderloins onto the buns, but you should cover as much of the surface as you can.
- Top the chicken with the remaining marinara sauce. Place the slices of mozzarella cheese in a single layer covering all the chicken. Place the tops of the slider buns onto the top of your chicken parmesan sliders.
- In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, garlic salt, and dried parsley flakes. Brush the tops of the slider buns with half the melted butter. You will reserve the remaining melted butter mixture.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the tops of the slider buns are lightly toasted.
- Remove the chicken parmesan sliders from the oven, brush the tops of the buns with the remaining melted butter mixture, and garnish with a sprinkle of the grated parmesan cheese over the tops of all the slider buns.
- Slice the chicken parmesan sliders into 12 individual servings.
Notes
- You can substitute breaded chicken breast patties (prepared according to package directions). I have made these with chicken nuggets, but the nuggets are a bit too small for the size of slider buns. I like to use the wider, flatter, breaded chicken breast tenderloins as they cover more of the surface area of the slider buns.
- You may find that you can not fit all the pieces of the chicken tenderloins onto your sliders. Sometimes I find that all the pieces are not a uniform shape, or size, so I will place the frozen chicken breast tenderloin pieces into the 9×13 pan to get the exact amount of chicken I need to heat up before assembling the rest of my recipe. This will ensure that you do not warm through too many pieces, and you can place the remaining pieces back into the freezer to save for a later time.
- You can substitute sandwich sliced provolone cheese for the sliced mozzarella cheese. If you can not find it pre-packaged, you can get the slices from the deli counter at your grocery store.
- You can substitute the Italian seasoning blend for the dried parsley flakes. If you do not have garlic salt, you can use ¼ teaspoon garlic powder and ¼ teaspoon salt as a substitution in your butter mixture. If using salted butter, omit the salt and use ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder.
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