Description
Chicken parmesan sliders bring Italian-American comfort to miniature sandwiches, combining crispy chicken, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella on buttery rolls. Guests will devour these bite-sized delights that pack maximum flavor into a compact, irresistible package.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound chicken tenders, cooked
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
Base:
- 12 Kings Hawaiian rolls
Sauce and Seasonings:
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- ¼ cup (57 grams) butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a moderate temperature of 350°F, creating an ideal environment for melting cheese and toasting bread.
- Carefully slice Hawaiian rolls horizontally, keeping the bottom and top halves intact and ready for layering.
- Arrange the bottom half of rolls in a prepared baking dish, creating a foundation for the slider assembly.
- Create a delectable base layer by placing provolone cheese slices across the entire surface of the rolls.
- Gently position cooked chicken tenders atop the cheese, ensuring even coverage.
- Spoon marinara sauce over the chicken, allowing the rich tomato flavor to permeate the ingredients.
- Add mozzarella slices to provide additional creamy texture and enhanced melting potential.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped basil leaves to introduce a fragrant herbal note.
- Crown the layered ingredients with the reserved top half of the Hawaiian rolls.
- Prepare a luxurious butter mixture by combining melted butter with sea salt, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and grated parmesan cheese.
- Generously brush the butter mixture across the top of the rolls, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Shield the sliders with aluminum foil and bake for approximately 20 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt thoroughly.
- Uncover the dish and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a golden-brown, crispy top.
- Remove from the oven, slice into individual servings, and present these warm, indulgent sliders immediately.
Notes
- Prep Ahead Magic: Assemble sliders in advance and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking for stress-free entertaining.
- Cheese Lover’s Dream: Use high-quality provolone and mozzarella for maximum melty, gooey goodness.
- Chicken Choice Matters: Opt for crispy chicken tenders or leftover grilled chicken for different flavor profiles.
- Butter Boost: The seasoned butter topping elevates these sliders from good to absolutely irresistible.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair with a crisp side salad or quick marinara dipping sauce for a complete meal.
- Quick Tip: Let sliders rest 2-3 minutes after baking to let cheese set and prevent burning your mouth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg