Description
Think crispy chicken parmesan—miniaturized. These Parmesan Chicken Sliders are everything you love about the classic Italian dish, tucked into soft slider buns and baked with melty mozzarella, zesty marinara, and a buttery garlic-Parmesan topping. Ideal for game nights, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
2.5 lbs chicken breast tenderloins
15 oz package slider buns (12-count)
1¼ cups marinara sauce
6 slices mozzarella cheese (or shredded)
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ tsp garlic salt
1½ tsp dried parsley
1½ tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Twists:
Add red pepper flakes for heat
Swap in provolone or fontina for cheese variation
Add fresh basil or arugula after baking for a peppery bite
Instructions
Cook the Chicken: Season and cook chicken tenderloins until golden and cooked through (bake, pan-fry, or air fry).
Prep the Buns: Slice slider buns horizontally (keep attached). Place bottom half in a baking dish.
Assemble: Layer cooked chicken on buns, top with marinara, then mozzarella slices. Cover with the top buns.
Make the Topping: In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic salt, dried parsley, and Parmesan. Brush over the buns.
Bake: Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Snack
Nutrition
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 20g