Description
Crowd-pleasing, cheesy BBQ Chicken Sliders made with sweet Hawaiian rolls, juicy rotisserie chicken tossed in tangy BBQ sauce, and melty Gouda or Cheddar cheese. Brushed with garlic-herb butter and baked until golden, these sliders are perfect for parties, game nights, or quick family dinners.
Ingredients
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12 Hawaiian sweet dinner rolls
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3 cups shredded or chopped rotisserie chicken
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1 cup BBQ sauce
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8 oz thinly sliced Gouda or sharp Cheddar (12 slices)
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⅓ cup diced red onion (optional)
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2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
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4 tbsp garlic-herb butter
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1 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
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Slice Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping slabs intact. Place the bottom slab in the pan.
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Toss chicken with BBQ sauce until coated.
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Layer half the cheese on the rolls, then spread BBQ chicken on top.
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Sprinkle with onion and cilantro (if using), then layer remaining cheese.
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Place the top slab of rolls over the filling.
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Melt garlic-herb butter and brush over tops and sides, letting some drip underneath.
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Sprinkle Parmesan on top (if using).
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Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 3–6 more minutes, until tops are golden and cheese is bubbling.
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Slice and serve hot.
Notes
Don’t skip the butter glaze—it creates shiny, crispy tops.
Use your favorite BBQ sauce: sweet, smoky, or spicy.
Cheese options: Gouda for creaminess, Cheddar for a sharper bite, or Pepper Jack for heat.
Make ahead: Assemble earlier, refrigerate, and bake when ready (add a few extra minutes).
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3–4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat at 350°F for 10–12 minutes.
Food safety: if you cook the chicken yourself, make sure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), as recommended by the USDA and Health Canada.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American