Chicken Parmesan Sliders
Chicken Parmesan Sliders pack breaded chicken and melty cheese into soft rolls with golden-brown garlic-butter tops. Serve these saucy mini sandwiches for family dinners, game day, or a casual party.
Best Chicken Parmesan Sliders Recipe You’ll Ever Make
Cooked breaded chicken patties make these sliders easy to assemble without setting up a breading station. Their flat shape creates an even filling that’s easier to portion across the rolls. I recommend Hawaiian rolls for a little sweetness that balances the savory chicken and marinara.
Mozzarella gives the filling its stretchy texture, while Parmesan adds a sharper, salty flavor. Garlic and Italian seasoning flavor the butter topping without adding another preparation step. Covering the dish first helps the cheese melt before uncovering the rolls to brown.
If you enjoy sandwich dinners, try my Pulled Pork Sliders or Italian Grinder Sliders. Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes are another option when you want dinner on the table without a big fuss.
Ingredients
See the recipe card below for the full ingredient list and exact measurements.
- Slider rolls: Hawaiian rolls add sweetness, but regular dinner rolls also work.
- Cooked breaded chicken patties: The breading adds texture beneath the sauce and cheese.
- Marinara sauce: Choose a thicker sauce to help keep the bread from becoming soggy.
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: Low-moisture mozzarella works well for this baked filling.
- Grated Parmesan cheese: Adds a salty, savory flavor alongside the milder mozzarella.
- Melted butter: Helps the seasoning coat the tops evenly.
- Garlic powder: Adds garlic flavor without chopping fresh cloves.
- Italian seasoning: Adds dried-herb flavor to the butter topping.
- Fresh basil or parsley: Add either optional herb after baking for a fresh pop of color and flavor.
Substitutions and Variations
- Change the rolls: Use soft dinner rolls or slider-sized brioche buns if you prefer less sweetness.
- Use chicken tenders: Substitute cooked, breaded tenders, cut into pieces that fit evenly across the rolls.
- Swap the cheese: Replace some mozzarella with provolone for a slightly sharper filling.
- Add some heat: Stir crushed red pepper flakes into the marinara before spreading it over the chicken.
How to Make Chicken Parmesan Sliders
STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Slice the rolls horizontally, keeping the tops connected if possible. Place the bottom half in the prepared dish.
STEP 2: Cut the cooked breaded chicken patties to slider size as needed. Arrange them evenly over the bottom rolls so each slider gets chicken.
STEP 3: Spoon the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan over the sauce.
STEP 4: Place the connected roll tops over the cheese. Mix the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl. Brush the mixture evenly over the tops.
STEP 5: Cover loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake another 5–10 minutes, until the tops are golden and the cheese bubbles. The chicken should be hot throughout.
STEP 6: Let the sliders rest for a few minutes before cutting them into individual sandwiches. Sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley, if using, and serve warm.
Tips for Making Baked Chicken Parmesan Sliders
- Fit the chicken first: Trim the patties before adding sauce so each roll has an even portion.
- Use low-moisture mozzarella: It melts into the filling without adding as much moisture as fresh mozzarella.
- Stir the butter mixture: Stir again before brushing so the garlic and herbs don’t settle at the bottom.
- Check the center: Make sure the middle sliders are hot before removing the dish from the oven.
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Chicken Parmesan Hawaiian Roll Sliders
- Starting with frozen chicken: Prepare frozen patties according to package directions before assembly. Thawing alone may not be enough.
- Pouring sauce into the dish: Spread sauce over the chicken so it doesn’t collect around the bottom rolls.
- Browning too quickly: Keep the foil on for the first baking stage, then watch the tops after uncovering.
- Cutting immediately: Give the sliders a few minutes to settle so the filling stays in place when sliced.
How to Store
- Refrigerator: Keep leftover sliders in an airtight container for up to three days. The rolls and breading will soften as they absorb sauce.
- Freezing: Wrap cooled individual sliders tightly, then place them in a freezer bag for up to two months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Reheating: Place sliders in a baking dish, cover loosely with foil, and warm in a 350°F oven until hot throughout. Uncover briefly at the end to refresh the tops.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these sliders with Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Fries for a sandwich-and-fries dinner. Add Asparagus Pasta Salad for a fresh side with lemon dressing. Finish the meal with Southern Banana Pudding if you’re serving dessert.
Chicken Parmesan Hawaiian Rolls Sliders FAQs
You can measure the cheeses, portion the chicken, and prepare the butter mixture ahead. Refrigerate the chicken and cheeses separately, then assemble shortly before baking. Keeping the sauce away from the rolls helps preserve their texture.
Yes, cooked chicken cutlets or sliced cooked chicken breasts can replace the breaded patties. The filling will have less breading texture, but the sauce and cheese still work well.
Thin sauce or assembling too far ahead can leave the rolls wet. Use thick marinara and spread it over the chicken rather than directly onto the bread. Avoid adding extra sauce inside the sliders.
Other Sandwich Recipes to Try
- Try these Tex-Mex sliders when you want a delicious burger in handheld form.
- Make Cheeseburger Sliders for another baked sandwich dinner using Hawaiian rolls.
- Use leftover turkey in these Easy Turkey Cranberry Sliders.
- Serve this Giant Party Sub when you want one large sandwich to slice for guests.
- Browse my Easy Sandwich Recipes for more lunch and dinner ideas.
Chicken Parmesan Sliders
Equipment
- 9 x 13-inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 12 slider rolls such as Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 5 to 6 cooked breaded chicken patties cut to slider size if needed
- 1 ½ cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil or parsley chopped, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Using a serrated knife, slice the slider rolls in half horizontally, keeping the rolls connected if possible.
- Place the bottom half of the rolls in the prepared baking dish.
- Add the chicken. Arrange the cooked breaded chicken patties evenly over the bottom rolls. Cut the chicken into smaller pieces as needed so each slider has a portion.
- Spoon the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken, spreading it to cover each piece.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the marinara sauce.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese over the mozzarella.
- Place the top half of the slider rolls over the cheese layer.
- Prepare the garlic butter topping. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir until well mixed.
- Use a pastry brush to generously brush the seasoned butter mixture over the tops of the rolls.
- Loosely cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake the sliders. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- Carefully remove the foil and continue baking for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the Chicken Parmesan Sliders from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Sprinkle with freshly chopped basil or parsley, if desired.
- Slice along the seams of the rolls to separate them into 12 individual sliders. Serve warm.
Notes
- Half batch: Halve the ingredients and use a smaller baking dish that holds six sliders comfortably.
- Double batch: Use two baking dishes instead of stacking the filling higher in one dish.
- Protect the topping: Lightly grease the underside of the foil if it might touch the buttered rolls.
- Easier serving: Use a small spatula to lift each slider while supporting the bottom roll.
Nutrition Information
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