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Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders

Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders That Are Irresistibly Good


  • Author: Eleanor
  • Total Time: 50
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in these savory Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders, perfect for game day or a cozy family dinner.


Ingredients

Scale

12 count package slider rolls

6 Tbsp unsalted butter melted

4 cloves garlic finely minced

2 tsp minced fresh parsley

2/3 cup basil pesto homemade or store-bought (divided)

2 cups cooked and shredded chicken a rotisserie chicken is great for this

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley, mixing well.
  • Slice the slider rolls in half and place the bottom halves in a baking dish.
  • Spread 1/3 cup of pesto on the bottom halves of the rolls.
  • Layer the shredded chicken evenly over the pesto, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  • Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over the top of the sliders.
  • Place the top halves of the rolls on the sliders, then brush with the remaining garlic butter.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the tops are golden.
  • Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve warm.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional toppings like roasted red peppers or fresh spinach for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slider
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 19 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 14 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg

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