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Chicken Tender Sliders

Chicken Tender Sliders

The ultimate comfort food! These Chicken Tender Sliders are cheesy, crispy, and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, they’ll have everyone coming back for more. Make them tonight and see the smiles!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 12 rolls Hawaiian rolls
  • 9 pieces chicken tenders prepared
  • 6 slices colby jack cheese
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 2 pieces roma tomatoes sliced
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Whisk
  • Chef's Knife
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350˚F. This is an essential step, as a hot oven helps achieve that perfect melt on the cheese while warming the sliders.
  2. To prepare the glaze, whisk together the melted butter, dijon mustard, and honey until everything is beautifully combined. This glaze is what brings all the flavors together, adding a delightful richness to your sliders.
  3. Next, place the chicken tenders on a cutting board and chop them into bite-sized pieces. This makes it easier to layer them into the sliders and ensures an even distribution in every bite.
  4. Take your Hawaiian rolls and cut them in half. Lay the bottom halves in a baking dish. This will be your base for the sliders and helps catch all the melted cheese and chicken juices.
  5. Now, layer the colby jack cheese on top of the rolls. You want to cover them generously, allowing the cheese to melt deliciously over the chicken.
  6. Top the cheese with the chopped chicken tenders. Make sure to distribute them evenly so that every slider is packed with flavor.
  7. Place the top halves of the rolls on and brush them generously with the honey mustard glaze. This step is key to getting that irresistible golden crust.
  8. Slide the baking dish into the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until everything is heated through and the cheese is bubbling. Keep an eye on them to avoid over-baking.
  9. Once done, use a spatula to lift the tops off the sliders. Now, add the freshly shredded lettuce and roma tomato slices to each slider. This adds freshness and crunch, rounding out the flavors beautifully.
  10. Finally, place the tops back on and serve immediately. These sliders are best enjoyed hot and fresh, giving you that amazing mix of gooey cheese and savory chicken.

Notes

  • Tip 1: To store leftovers, separate them into meal-size portions and keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
  • Tip 2: Yes, you can freeze these sliders! Just wrap them tightly in foil and place them in a freezer-safe bag.
  • Tip 3: When ready to eat, reheat the sliders in the microwave in 30-second increments or cover them with tin foil and place them in the oven.
  • Tip 4: Feel free to swap out the Hawaiian rolls for another type of bread if you prefer. Dinner rolls or slider rolls also work wonderfully.
  • Tip 5: This recipe can easily be doubled if you’re feeding a crowd, or halved for smaller portions.