Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders Recipe

Introduction

These Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders are a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Made with tender rotisserie chicken, melted provolone, and a kick of hot honey sauce, they come together quickly for a crowd-pleasing meal or appetizer.

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 the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a pan with nonstick baking spray.
2. Step 2: Without separating, remove the sliders from the bag. Use a long serrated knife to carefully cut the rolls in half, keeping them intact. Place the bottom halves into the pan, pressing gently to fit.
3. Step 3: Layer the provolone slices over the bottom rolls. Mix the shredded chicken with hot honey sauce, then spread the mixture evenly over the cheese. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes.
4. Step 4: Add the top rolls back onto the chicken layer. Combine the butter with cayenne, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, then brush this seasoned butter evenly over the tops of the rolls. Bake for another 15–20 minutes.
5. Step 5: While baking, mix the shredded coleslaw with coleslaw dressing or ranch, adding more dressing if needed. When the sliders are done, carefully remove the top rolls, spoon the coleslaw mixture onto the chicken, replace the tops, and brush with additional butter mixture if desired.

Tips & Variations

• Use a sharp serrated knife to cut the rolls cleanly without squishing them.
• Add pickled jalapeños to the coleslaw for extra heat and tang.
• Substitute provolone with pepper jack or mozzarella for a different cheese flavor.
• Make your own hot honey by mixing honey with cayenne or chili flakes for a personalized spice level.

Storage

Store any leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10–15 minutes to keep the buns soft and the cheese melted. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sliders a few hours ahead and refrigerate them before baking. Just add the coleslaw topping right before serving to keep it fresh.

What can I use if I don’t have Hawaiian rolls?

Soft dinner rolls or slider buns are a great substitute. Just choose rolls that are slightly sweet and soft to mimic the original texture and flavor.

Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders Recipe

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These Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders combine juicy shredded rotisserie chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, layered with melted provolone cheese on soft Hawaiian rolls. Topped with creamy coleslaw and a buttery seasoned glaze, these sliders are perfect for game day, parties, or a flavorful weeknight meal.

• Author: Isabella
• 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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Sliders

• 24 Hawaiian rolls
• 5 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
• 12 slices provolone cheese
• 4 tbsp butter
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ⅛ tsp smoked paprika

Hot Honey Sauce

• Hot honey sauce (double recipe, approximately ½ cup)

Coleslaw

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

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking pan with nonstick baking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare Rolls: Remove the 24 Hawaiian rolls from the packaging without separating them. Using a long serrated knife, carefully slice the entire block of rolls in half horizontally, keeping them intact. Place the bottom half of the rolls into the prepared baking pan, gently pressing them to fit if necessary.
3. Assemble Sliders – Layer 1: Place 12 slices of provolone cheese evenly on top of the bottom rolls. In a separate bowl, mix the shredded rotisserie chicken with the hot honey sauce until well coated. Spread this hot honey chicken mixture evenly over the cheese layer. Bake the open-faced sliders for 15 minutes without the top rolls.
4. Add Top Rolls and Butter Glaze: Remove the pan from the oven and place the top half of the rolls over the chicken layer. In a small bowl, combine melted butter with cayenne pepper, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Brush this seasoned butter mixture generously over the tops of the rolls. Return the sliders to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the tops are golden and heated through.
5. Prepare Coleslaw: While the sliders finish baking, mix the shredded coleslaw with coleslaw dressing or ranch dressing in a bowl until evenly combined. Add more dressing if needed to reach desired creaminess.
6. Serve: When done, carefully remove the top rolls. Spread the dressed coleslaw evenly over the chicken layer, replace the top rolls, and optionally brush with additional seasoned butter for extra flavor. Serve warm and enjoy your hot honey chicken sliders.

Notes

• You can prepare the hot honey sauce by mixing honey with your choice of hot sauce or chili flakes for the perfect sweet-spicy balance.
• Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor, but you can use cooked shredded chicken breast if preferred.
• Adjust the cayenne pepper amount to control the spice level in the butter glaze.
• If you prefer a tangier coleslaw, add a splash of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice to the dressing.
• These sliders can be assembled a few hours ahead and baked just before serving for convenience.

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