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Maple Chicken Bacon Sliders Recipe

4.7 from 113 reviews

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.

Ingredients

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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

  • 1/4 cup maple butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to prepare for baking the sliders.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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