BBQ Chicken Sliders & Fries (Printer View)

Tender shredded chicken with tangy BBQ sauce served on slider buns, complemented by crisp golden fries.

# 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 Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry and season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2 minutes per side until golden.
04 - Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Pour chicken broth and barbecue sauce over it, then cover tightly with foil.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
06 - Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch thick fries. Toss with vegetable oil, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
07 - Bake fries for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden and crisp.
08 - Remove chicken from oven and shred with two forks. Toss shredded chicken with sauce in the baking dish.
09 - Brush slider buns with melted butter and toast in the oven for 3 to 4 minutes.
10 - Place shredded BBQ chicken on the bottom half of each bun. Top with cheddar cheese and coleslaw, then cover with the top bun.
11 - Serve sliders immediately with crispy fries on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for sharing and easy to make ahead
  • Crispy fries and savory sliders please both kids and adults
02 -
  • Chicken can be prepared in a slow cooker on LOW for 4 hours for hands-off cooking
  • Always check ingredient labels for allergens such as wheat, milk, eggs, and soy
03 -
  • Try adding sliced pickles or jalapenos for extra crunch
  • Swap regular fries for sweet potato fries for a fun twist
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