BBQ Chicken Sliders & Fries (View Print Version)

Tender shredded BBQ chicken on sliders paired with golden fries, perfect for casual meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Sauce

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup barbecue sauce
03 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Sliders

09 - 12 slider buns
10 - 6 slices cheddar cheese, halved
11 - 1 cup coleslaw
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Fries

13 - 4 large russet potatoes
14 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
15 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
16 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
17 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 2 minutes per side until golden.
04 - Transfer chicken to a baking dish, pour chicken broth and barbecue sauce over, and cover tightly with foil. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until cooked through.
05 - Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch thick fries. Toss with vegetable oil, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika. Arrange evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
06 - Bake fries for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
07 - Remove chicken from oven, shred using two forks, and mix with the sauce in the baking dish.
08 - Brush slider buns with melted butter and toast in the oven for 3 to 4 minutes.
09 - Place shredded chicken on bottom half of each bun, top with cheddar cheese and coleslaw, then cover with the top bun.
10 - Serve the sliders immediately alongside the crispy fries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for sharing at parties or family dinners
  • Easy to make and packed with flavor
02 -
  • Chicken can be cooked in a slow cooker on LOW for 4 hours instead of baking
  • Use sweet potato fries for a twist
03 -
  • For extra flavor, add pickles or sliced jalapeños to the sliders
  • Toast the buns just before serving to keep them from getting soggy
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