Chicken Parmesan Sliders
These Chicken Parmesan Sliders are baked to golden perfection, loaded with melty mozzarella, and perfect as quick, cheesy finger food for parties or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to ½-inch thickness
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or whole wheat panko for extra fiber)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated yields best flavor)
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls (look for soft, split-top style)
- 1½ cups marinara sauce homemade or store-bought like Rao’s or DeLallo
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese sliced or shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing tops)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
- Cooking spray (to grease baking sheet or skillet)
- Red pepper flakes (for a spicy kick)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment or spray lightly.
- Season the pounded chicken breasts with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Set up a dredging station with beaten eggs in one bowl and panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan in another. Dip each chicken piece in egg then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Place the breaded chicken on the prepared sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Split the slider buns, spoon marinara sauce on the bottom halves, add a piece of chicken, top with mozzarella, and more sauce if desired.
- Broil the assembled sliders for 2–3 minutes until the cheese bubbles and browns slightly. Brush the top buns with olive oil, place on sliders, and garnish with basil.
- Let the sliders stand for 2 minutes to settle, then dig in! Enjoy your delicious Chicken Parmesan Sliders.
Notes
If you prefer a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce. You can also keep assembled sliders warm on a low rack while preparing other dishes.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal
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