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Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders Recipe

Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders Recipe You’ll Crave!

This Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders Recipe is a delicious and easy dish that's perfect for game day or family dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 sliders
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sliders
  • 3 cups shredded chicken use rotisserie chicken for convenience
  • 1 cup basil pesto store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese or provolone for a sharper flavor
  • 1/4 cup garlic butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • to taste salt & pepper adjust seasoning to taste

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Sharp knife
  • Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine your shredded chicken with basil pesto and mozzarella cheese, folding until well combined.
  3. Carefully slice the slider rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom halves on a prepared baking sheet.
  4. Spoon the chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of each slider roll, packing it in lightly.
  5. Melt garlic butter and brush it generously over the tops of the slider rolls.
  6. Place the tops of the slider rolls over the filling and cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; they can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.

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