These BBQ chicken sliders combine buttery, toasted Hawaiian rolls with a rich, meaty pulled BBQ chicken filling and tons of melty cheddar cheese to create a bite-sized version of a classic summer sandwich that everyone will love.

BBQ chicken sandwiches are a favorite summer meal for me and my family. Because I like to keep things interesting - and because I attend a lot of potlucks - I decided to transform my signature BBQ chicken sandwiches into BBQ chicken sliders. They have been a huge hit, thus far!

Why You'll Love This BBQ Chicken Sliders Recipe

• It's a quick and easy recipe that gets you in and out of the kitchen fast.
• It only uses a handful of simple ingredients.
• The sweet and tangy flavor of the BBQ chicken is perfect with the soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls.
• It's a fun twist on a classic summertime sandwich.

Top Tip

Use a very sharp bread knife to easily cut your rolls in half and avoid tearing them.

Ingredients

You'll only need a handful of simple ingredients to make this recipe. You can find them all in just a few minutes on your next grocery trip.

All the ingredients are listed here, but you can find their exact amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Hawaiian sweet rolls
• Butter, softened and divided
• Shredded, cooked chicken (I use a rotisserie chicken)
• Honey barbeque sauce
• Garlic powder
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• White sesame seeds

Instructions

These easy BBQ chicken sliders have all the flavor of their full-sized counterpart, and they're just as easy to make. You'll be in and out of the kitchen in no time.

The recipe highlights are listed here, but you can find the exact instructions in the recipe card at the end of the post.

1: Cut the Hawaiian rolls in half and place the bottoms in a prepared baking dish.

2: Top the rolls with butter.

3: Mix the shredded chicken and BBQ sauce, then spread it over the buttered rolls. Sprinkle with garlic powder.

4: Top with shredded cheddar cheese.

5: Add the top buns.

6: Brush with melted butter.

7: Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

8: Bake until the cheese is melted and the rolls are golden brown.

Substitutions and Variations

• You can use shredded beef or pork instead of shredded chicken.
• Use your favorite BBQ sauce.
• Add red pepper flakes or diced jalapenos for a kick of heat.
• Make your own BBQ sauce if you're feeling fancy.
• Sliced Swiss works well for these sliders, also.

Equipment

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Sharp bread knife
• Baking dish

Storage

Refrigerate these sliders for up to 3 days in an air-tight container. For longer storage, wrap the sliders in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

To reheat the sliders, place them on a rimmed baking sheet and bake at 325 until heated through.

What to Serve with BBQ Chicken Sliders

Serve these sliders with all your favorite classic summertime sides.

• Air Fryer Steak Fries
• Homestyle Coleslaw
• Summer Pasta Salad

Tips for Making the Best BBQ Chicken Sliders

• Using a very sharp, serrated bread knife makes it much easier to cut the rolls evenly and without squishing them.
• I find the easiest way to quickly and easily cut the Hawaiian rolls is to leave them stuck together and cut the entire thing all at once.
• Coat the baking dish evenly with non-stick spray, but don't add so much that it pools and makes the buns soggy.

FAQ

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