Enjoy all the delicious flavors of Chicken Parmesan in a fun and easy slider format with this Chicken Parmesan Slider Bake. Perfect for game day, family gatherings, or a casual dinner, these sliders combine tender shredded chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey cheese between soft, buttery slider buns. They’re as fun to make as they are to eat!
Bite-Sized Comfort with Bold Flavor
This recipe takes the traditional flavors of Chicken Parmesan and transforms them into a slider bake that’s packed with flavor in every bite. The combination of savory chicken, rich marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, topped with a buttery, garlic-infused glaze, makes this dish irresistible. It’s a quick and easy crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
- Serving: 12 sliders
- Equipment: Baking dish
Chicken Parmesan Slider Bake Recipe:
These sliders are simple to prepare, and the result is a cheesy, flavorful dish that everyone will love. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
- 12 slider buns, sliced in half
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Directions:
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish and arrange the bottom halves of the slider buns in the dish.
- Layer the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the marinara sauce. Spread this mixture evenly over the buns.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and half of the grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken mixture.
- Top with Buns: Place the top halves of the slider buns over the cheese, ensuring they are evenly aligned.
- Make the Butter Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and the remaining Parmesan cheese. Brush this mixture generously over the tops of the slider buns.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with freshly chopped basil, and serve the sliders hot.
A Cheesy, Crispy Delight
These Chicken Parmesan Sliders are a perfect, bite-sized twist on the classic dish that’s sure to be a hit at your next event. The combination of melted cheese, tender chicken, and buttery, garlic-infused buns makes for a truly satisfying meal. Serve them as an appetizer or a main dish and watch them disappear in no time!
