Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders
Cheesy Garlic Pesto Chicken Sliders combine tender chicken, vibrant basil pesto, and melty cheese for a comforting and flavorful bite, perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 to 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts Use cooked rotisserie-style halal chicken as an alternative.
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ to 1 cup pesto sauce Use store-bought or homemade.
- 6-8 slices mozzarella or provolone cheese Amount depends on the roll count.
- 12 count slider rolls 12-count or similar small rolls.
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- salt to taste.
- pepper to taste.
- fresh basil for garnish, optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30-45 seconds.
- Add chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and cook until fully cooked through, about 8-12 minutes, turning halfway.
- Shred the chicken and mix with pesto sauce until evenly coated.
- Cut the slider rolls in half and evenly distribute the pesto chicken across the bottom halves.
- Top with cheese slices, then place the tops of the rolls back on.
Baking
- Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the rolls are golden, optionally broil for 1-2 minutes for a golden top.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
You can adapt the sliders with various fillings or toppings. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, wrap baked sliders and freeze up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 2gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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