Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders Recipe

Introduction

These Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders are a perfect crowd-pleaser, combining tender shredded chicken with a sweet and spicy honey sauce. Layered with provolone cheese and topped with creamy coleslaw, they make a deliciously satisfying snack or meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 24 Hawaiian rolls
• 5 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
• 12 slices provolone cheese
• Hot honey sauce (a double recipe)
• 4 tbsp butter
• ¼ tsp cayenne
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ⅛ tsp smoked paprika
• 4 cups shredded coleslaw
• ½ cup coleslaw dressing (plus more if needed) or ranch

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking pan with nonstick baking spray.
2. Step 2: Without separating the slider buns, use a long serrated knife to carefully cut the rolls in half horizontally, keeping them intact. Place the bottom halves into the prepared pan, pressing gently to fit if needed.
3. Step 3: Layer the provolone cheese slices evenly over the bottom buns. Mix the shredded chicken with the hot honey sauce, then spread this mixture over the cheese. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes.
4. Step 4: Place the top halves of the rolls on the chicken layer. Whisk together the butter, cayenne, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, then brush this seasoned butter mixture generously over the top rolls. Return to the oven and bake for another 15–20 minutes until golden and heated through.
5. Step 5: While the sliders finish baking, combine the shredded coleslaw with the coleslaw dressing or ranch, adding more dressing if needed for desired creaminess. When the sliders are done, carefully remove the top buns, spoon the coleslaw evenly over the chicken, then replace the tops. Optionally, brush with extra butter mixture before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use rotisserie chicken for convenience, or substitute with cooked, shredded chicken breast.
• Adjust the amount of hot honey sauce to control spiciness to your liking.
• Try adding pickled jalapeños to the coleslaw for an extra kick.
• For a twist, swap provolone cheese with pepper jack or cheddar.

Storage

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes to keep buns from getting soggy. It’s best to keep the coleslaw separate and add it fresh after reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sliders and refrigerate them before baking. Just add the coleslaw fresh after baking and reheating for the best texture.

What if I don’t have hot honey sauce?

You can make your own by mixing honey and hot sauce to taste, or substitute with honey mixed with a bit of chili flakes or sriracha for a similar sweet and spicy flavor.

Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders Recipe

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These Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders combine tender shredded rotisserie chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce with melty provolone cheese, all layered inside soft Hawaiian rolls. Topped with a buttery seasoned crust and a crunchy, creamy coleslaw, these sliders are perfect for game day, parties, or any casual gathering where bold flavor and easy assembly are key.

• Author: Tara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 24 sliders 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Slider Base

• 24 Hawaiian rolls
• 12 slices provolone cheese

Filling

• 5 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
• Hot honey sauce (double recipe, approximately 1 cup)

Butter Seasoning

• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ⅛ tsp smoked paprika

Coleslaw

• 4 cups shredded coleslaw mix
• ½ cup coleslaw dressing or ranch dressing (plus more if needed)

Instructions

1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a baking pan with nonstick baking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare rolls: Without separating the rolls, use a long serrated knife to carefully slice the entire set of Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the rolls intact. Place the bottom half of the rolls into the prepared pan, pressing gently to fit if necessary.
3. Layer cheese and chicken: Arrange the provolone cheese slices evenly over the bottom half of the rolls. In a bowl, toss the shredded rotisserie chicken with the prepared hot honey sauce until fully coated. Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the cheese layer. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes to melt the cheese and warm the chicken.
4. Add tops and butter seasoning: After baking, carefully place the top halves of the rolls over the chicken layer. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, cayenne, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Brush this seasoned butter evenly over the tops of the rolls. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the tops are golden and crisp.
5. Prepare coleslaw and serve: While the sliders finish baking, mix the shredded coleslaw with the coleslaw or ranch dressing, adding more dressing if needed to reach desired creaminess. Once the sliders are done, remove the top rolls carefully, spread the coleslaw evenly over the chicken, then replace the tops. Optionally, brush the tops again with additional butter mixture. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

• Use Hawaiian rolls for a soft, slightly sweet slider bun. Regular slider buns can be substituted but will alter flavor and texture.
• The hot honey sauce can be store-bought or homemade by mixing honey with hot sauce or chili flakes.
• For extra spice, increase the cayenne or add a dash of hot sauce to the butter mixture.
• Allow sliders to rest a couple of minutes after baking to set before slicing for serving.
• Coleslaw can be made in advance and refrigerated; add just before serving for best texture.

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