4th of July BBQ Chicken Sliders (Printable)

Tender BBQ chicken on soft buns topped with crisp, tangy coleslaw for summer celebrations.

# Ingredient List:

→ BBQ Chicken

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup BBQ sauce
03 - 0.5 cup chicken broth
04 - 1 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
06 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
07 - 0.5 tsp onion powder
08 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Coleslaw

09 - 3 cups shredded green cabbage
10 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
11 - 1 medium carrot, grated
12 - 0.25 cup mayonnaise
13 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
14 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
15 - 1 tsp honey
16 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Assembly

17 - 8 slider buns
18 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

# Directions:

01 - Season chicken breasts with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and sear 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
02 - Add chicken broth and BBQ sauce to the skillet. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-18 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tender.
03 - Remove chicken from skillet and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the skillet, toss with sauce, and simmer uncovered for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
05 - Add shredded green and red cabbage and grated carrot to the dressing. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly and set aside.
06 - Brush slider buns with melted butter. Toast in a skillet or under the broiler until golden brown.
07 - Place a generous scoop of BBQ chicken on each bottom bun. Top with a heap of coleslaw. Cover with the top bun and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare with just 45 minutes total time.
  • Combines smoky, juicy chicken with fresh, tangy coleslaw for a perfect balance.
  • Ideal finger food for summer BBQs and patriotic celebrations.
  • Customizable with your favorite BBQ sauce and spice level.
  • Serves 8 sliders, making it great for groups and parties.
02 -
  • Toast buns with melted butter for added richness and crunch.
  • Use tongs or forks to shred chicken directly in the skillet to keep juices and flavor combined.
  • Adjust coleslaw sweetness and acidity by modifying honey and vinegar amounts to taste.
  • Keep BBQ sauce on hand for quick reheating or extra drizzling when assembling sliders.
  • Check BBQ sauce and buns for allergen information if serving guests with dietary restrictions.
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