Description
Soft Hawaiian rolls stuffed with smoky shredded BBQ chicken and melting Gouda, perfect for game day or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian rolls, kept whole and split horizontally
- 2 cups shredded BBQ chicken
- 6–8 slices Gouda cheese or 1½ cups shredded Gouda
- 1/4 cup diced red or sweet onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 4 tablespoons garlic-herb butter, melted
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: extra BBQ sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Shred the BBQ chicken into bite-sized pieces and moisten with BBQ sauce if necessary.
- Place the bottom halves of the rolls in a single layer in the prepared dish.
- Spread the shredded BBQ chicken evenly over the rolls, then add onion, cilantro, and Gouda.
- Place the top halves of the rolls on, and brush with melted garlic-herb butter.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
- Let cool for 2–3 minutes, then cut into sliders and serve with extra BBQ sauce if desired.
Notes
These sliders can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated. For best results, bake after brushing with melted butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American