Description

These Chicken Parmesan Sliders are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or meal featuring tender cooked chicken tenders layered with marinara sauce, provolone, and fresh mozzarella cheeses, all nestled between sweet Kings Hawaiian rolls. Topped with melted garlic butter and fresh basil, then baked to bubbly perfection, these sliders deliver comforting Italian flavors in a convenient slider format perfect for parties or family dinners.

Ingredients

Sliders

12 Kings Hawaiian rolls
1 pound cooked chicken tenders
½ cup marinara sauce
8 slices provolone cheese
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

Butter Topping

¼ cup (57g) butter, melted
1 teaspoon sea salt
3 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the sliders.
Slice Rolls: Carefully slice the 12 Kings Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally. Place the bottom halves in a prepared baking dish and set the top halves aside.
Assemble Sliders: Layer 6 slices of provolone cheese evenly over the bottom buns. Add cooked chicken tenders on top, followed by ½ cup marinara sauce, sliced mozzarella cheese, and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.
Top with Buns: Place the top half of the Hawaiian rolls over the assembled sliders gently to cover the fillings.
Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, sea salt, fresh parsley, and grated parmesan cheese, mixing well to create a flavorful topping.
Brush Rolls: Generously brush the top of the slider buns with the garlic butter mixture to enhance flavor and encourage browning.
Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil to keep the moisture in and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and get bubbly.
Uncover and Brown: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the tops of the sliders become golden brown and slightly crisp.
Serve: Remove from the oven, carefully slice if needed, and serve the warm, cheesy Chicken Parmesan Sliders immediately.

Notes

Use cooked chicken tenders for convenience and to speed up the assembly process.
For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or oregano to the marinara sauce before assembling.
Brush the tops thoroughly with butter mixture to ensure even browning and flavor.
Use fresh basil for the best aromatic flavor; dried basil can be substituted but in smaller amounts.
These sliders are best enjoyed warm and fresh but can be reheated covered in the oven to maintain moisture.