Maple Chicken Bacon Sliders Recipe
These Maple Chicken Bacon Sliders combine tender chicken strips, smoky bacon, and creamy Gouda cheese layered on soft King’s Hawaiian rolls with a luscious maple butter spread. Baked to golden perfection, they make a perfect savory-sweet appetizer or party snack that’s quick to assemble and sure to impress.
- Author: Caleb
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Sliders
- 1 package (12 count) King’s Hawaiian Rolls
- 12 cooked chicken breast strips
- 4 slices Gouda cheese
- 4 to 6 slices cooked bacon
Spread
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to prepare for baking the sliders.
- Prepare the Rolls: Using a bread knife, carefully slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally to separate the tops from the bottoms, trying to keep the sets connected if possible for easy assembly.
- Add Maple Butter: Spread a generous and even layer of the maple butter over the bottom half of the rolls to infuse a sweet and buttery flavor base.
- Assemble Filling: Arrange the cooked chicken breast strips evenly over the buttered bottom halves, then layer the cooked bacon slices atop the chicken pieces for added smokiness and texture.
- Add Cheese and Top: Lay the Gouda cheese slices over the bacon, then place the top halves of the rolls back on to cover the layered ingredients.
- Bake: Place the fully assembled sliders on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the tops of the rolls are lightly golden brown.
- Finish and Serve: Carefully remove the sliders from the oven, brush the tops with additional maple butter to enhance flavor and shine, then cut into individual sliders and serve warm.
Notes
- Cooked chicken breast strips can be grilled, baked, or pan-fried ahead of time.
- Adjust the amount of bacon slices according to taste, using more or less depending on preference.
- Use a sharp bread knife for clean cuts through the rolls to keep slider halves intact.
- If Gouda cheese is unavailable, a mild cheddar or Monterey Jack can be a good substitute.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of black pepper or a dash of smoked paprika on the chicken before assembling.
Keywords: Maple chicken sliders, bacon sliders, Hawaiian rolls sandwich, Gouda chicken sliders, party finger food