Description
The best Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders recipe combines juicy chicken, vibrant pesto, and melty cheese between buttery garlic rolls for an irresistible bite, perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12-count package of Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (drained and chopped)
- Fresh baby spinach leaves
- 4 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Slice the rolls horizontally without separating them individually.
- Place the bottom halves of the rolls in the dish. In a bowl, mix chicken with 1/2 cup pesto and mayonnaise. Spread evenly over the rolls.
- Layer roasted red peppers and spinach over the chicken, then sprinkle with mozzarella, the remaining pesto, and Parmesan cheese.
- Place the top halves of the rolls on top and press gently.
- Combine melted butter, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Brush the mixture generously over the tops of the rolls.
- Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 5–7 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Cool slightly for 5 minutes, slice into individual sliders, and serve warm.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Sliders freeze well wrapped tightly; reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Substitute whole wheat rolls for extra fiber and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg