Description
Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders are the perfect party treat that combines gooey cheese, savory garlic, and aromatic pesto for a flavor explosion in every bite. These sliders are quick to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making them ideal for busy weeknights, game days, or casual gatherings. With their delightful herby taste and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these sliders are sure to be a hit with friends and family alike. Serve them warm for the ultimate cheesy experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12-count) package slider rolls
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, minced
- ⅔ cup basil pesto (divided)
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Slice slider rolls horizontally while keeping tops and bottoms intact.
- Place the bottom halves in the prepared pan.
- Mix melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley; set aside.
- Spread half of the basil pesto over the bottom rolls.
- Layer shredded chicken and mozzarella cheese on top.
- Spread remaining pesto on top halves of rolls and place them over the cheese layer.
- Brush tops with garlic butter mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes; then uncover and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (90g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 52mg