BBQ Chicken Coleslaw Sliders (Printable view)

Pulled BBQ chicken and tangy coleslaw fill soft buns for a crowd-pleasing summer treat.

# What You Need:

→ BBQ Chicken

01 - 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup BBQ 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

→ Coleslaw

09 - 3 cups shredded green cabbage
10 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
11 - 1 medium carrot, grated
12 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
13 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
14 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 teaspoon honey
16 - Salt and pepper

→ Assembly

17 - 8 slider buns
18 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

# How To Make:

01 - Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; evenly coat chicken breasts.
02 - Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sear 2 to 3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
03 - Add chicken broth and BBQ sauce to skillet. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 to 18 minutes until chicken is tender and thoroughly cooked.
04 - Remove chicken, shred using two forks. Return to skillet and toss with sauce. Simmer uncovered 3 to 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
05 - Whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until blended.
06 - Add shredded green and red cabbage and grated carrot. Toss to coat vegetables with dressing. Set aside.
07 - Brush slider buns with melted butter. Toast in a skillet or under broiler until golden brown.
08 - Place BBQ chicken on each lower bun, top with coleslaw, cap with upper bun, and serve promptly.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sliders are packed with flavors that feel like a cheat code for impressing guests.
  • The contrast between juicy chicken and cool coleslaw makes every bite irresistibly refreshing.
02 -
  • Rushing the chicken will leave it tough; patience makes it tender enough to shred.
  • Letting coleslaw sit in the fridge for 20 minutes makes it taste more cohesive and vibrant.
03 -
  • The difference between dry and juicy chicken is letting it rest in the sauce before shredding.
  • A sprinkle of flaky salt on the assembled slider just before serving creates a pop that guests notice.
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