Tender chicken, buttery garlic, effortless comfort
These Dump and Go BBQ Chicken Sliders for Game Day are an easy healthy recipe that turns simple ingredients into a cozy fall dinner idea or a crowd-pleasing party snack. With soft slider buns, saucy shredded chicken, gooey melted cheeses, and a buttery cilantro topping, these sliders bake up warm, flavorful, and irresistible. They take only minutes to assemble, making them perfect for game day gatherings, potlucks, or busy weeknight dinners.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
📝 Ingredients
- 12 slider buns, split
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken*
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (more if desired)
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup grated mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated smoked gouda
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress free.
- 9×13 baking dish
- Parchment paper
- Cutting board and knife
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Pastry brush
- Aluminum foil
🥣 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the bottoms of the slider buns into the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the shredded chicken with 1/2 cup of the BBQ sauce until fully coated.
- Spread the chicken evenly over the buns, then drizzle the remaining BBQ sauce on top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, red onion, smoked gouda, and 1 tablespoon of cilantro evenly over the chicken. Add black pepper if desired.
- Place the top buns over the sliders.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- While baking, melt the butter and stir in the remaining cilantro.
- Remove the foil and brush the tops of the buns with the cilantro butter.
- Bake uncovered for another 10 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
- Serve immediately.
💡 Pro Tips
- Add pickles after baking for a tangy crunch.
- Swap gouda for cheddar, provolone, or pepper jack for a flavor twist.
- Make ahead by assembling the sliders and refrigerating; bake just before serving.
- Serve with coleslaw for a complete game day meal.
📊 Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 slider | ~290 | 20g | 24g | 10g | 1g | 10g |
Conclusion
Dump and Go BBQ Chicken Sliders for Game Day offer warm comfort, melty cheese, and saucy shredded chicken in every bite. They’re effortless to assemble, deliciously satisfying, and perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. Whether hosting a party or planning a quick weeknight dinner, these sliders deliver big flavor with minimal fuss guaranteed to become a go-to favorite.
BBQ Chicken Sliders
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 12 pieces slider buns, split
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken *Use pre-cooked chicken for convenience.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (more if desired)
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup grated mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated smoked gouda
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the bottoms of the slider buns into the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the shredded chicken with 1/2 cup of the BBQ sauce until fully coated.
- Spread the chicken evenly over the buns, then drizzle the remaining BBQ sauce on top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, red onion, smoked gouda, and 1 tablespoon of cilantro evenly over the chicken. Add black pepper if desired.
- Place the top buns over the sliders.
Baking
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- While baking, melt the butter and stir in the remaining cilantro.
- Remove the foil and brush the tops of the buns with the cilantro butter.
- Bake uncovered for another 10 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
- Serve immediately.