Enchilada Chicken Sliders are a must-have for game day snacking or a fun family dinner recipe. These are super quick to put together and the end results are cheesy chicken goodness. You can even use a rotisserie chicken if time is an issue. We use homemade enchilada sauce but a good store-bought sauce will be awesome.
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Why everyone loves these Chicken Enchilada Sliders
- Enchilada Chicken sliders are easy to prepare and always a hit.
- The ingredients and chicken sliders can be prepared ahead of time.
- These sliders are great for any fun dinner, party, Cinco de Mayo festivities, birthdays, potlucks, etc.
Everything you need to make Enchilada Sliders
- Enchilada Sauce: I keep a few batches of Enchilada Sauce in the freezer. We make lots of recipes using enchilada sauce. A store-bought brand can also be used for this recipe.
- Shredded Cooked Chicken: I use either my Instant Pot shredded chicken recipe or our slow cooker chicken recipe below. If you are in a rush, a rotisserie chicken will do the trick.
- Slider Rolls or Homemade Hawaiian Rolls: Any excuse I get to make my Homemade Hawaiian Rolls, which are perfect for these sliders, I'm in! Store-bought rolls can be used. The remaining ingredients can be varied depending on your preferences.
- Unsalted Butter: I use unsalted butter to control the sodium.
- Poppy Seeds or Sesame Seeds: I love topping the buns with either of these for a little extra crunch.
Kitchen Tools
- baking sheet
- Pastry Brush
- Instant Read Thermometer
- mixing bowl
- measuring cups
- hand mixer (to shred the chicken)
How to store, reheat, and freeze
Leftovers: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days in an airtight covered container.
Make-ahead: The chicken can be prepared 2 days in advance. Store in an airtight storage container or bag in the refrigerator. Prepare the sliders when ready to cook.
Freezer Instructions: The chicken can be made ahead and frozen in a freezer-safe storage bag or container for up to 4 months.
To defrost, place the bag of frozen chicken in the refrigerator for a few hours to defrost. Then continue to form the sliders.
Eileen's Tips For Success
- I have not had issues with my sliders sticking to my baking sheet. You can place a layer of foil or parchment paper on the baking sheet before adding the bottom of the slider rolls.
- The sliders can be made earlier in the day. If you want to prep the sliders early, get the sandwiches made but do not add the melted butter. When ready to eat, brush with the melted butter and heat in the oven.
- The sliders are at their best when eaten the day they are made. The bread for leftovers may get a bit soggy from the sauce.
- Feel free to prepare your chicken ahead of time. I tend to make a large batch of this chicken and place it in freezer bags with 1 ½ pounds of the cooked chicken so I have it ready whenever we want these sliders or chicken enchiladas.
- For quick sliders, use store made enchilada sauce and rotisserie chicken. shred the chicken and mix the sauce with the shredded chicken.
Make it your own
Do you want to change up this recipe?
Chicken thighs would be great instead of chicken breasts.
Leftover Instant Pot Chicken would be great in these chicken sliders.
Instead of enchilada sauce, Tomatillo Salsa would be a delicious sauce for the sliders.
What to serve with Enchilada Chicken Sliders
Serve with a refreshing Spicy Margarita for a fun drink.
Having a few appetizers, Keto Taco Cups would be fabulous alongside these Mexican sliders.
Taco Burgers would be another great recipe for an easy dinner, Tex-Mex feast or Cinco de Mayo party.
Similar recipes
Other fun recipes you should try are Chik-fil-A chicken sandwich. My family loves them. Beef Tortilla Roll-Ups, great for family parties too. Chicken Bacon Ranch Stromboli is always a huge hit with my family.
Having a Mexican Fiesta, try our Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup, a huge family favorite. My son requests our Cheesy Beef Enchiladas every week, so good! Beef Burrito Bowls are simple and delish!
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sliders are just delicious! A classic and just darn delicious, cheeseburger sliders will always be a front-runner for a great meal.
Turkey Cranberry Sliders are another delicious slider that can also use leftover chicken.
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a baking sheet or 9" x 13" casserole dish with non-stick spray.
Cut the slider roll sheet in half through the middle. Lay the bottom half of the sandwiches on the baking tray or casserole dish.
Layer the bread with shredded chicken, shredded cheese, and chopped veggies.
Cover the sandwich fillings with the top of the slider roll top sheet.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Pour the butter over the sandwiches, using a pastry brush to ensure even coating on the sliders. If using the poppy seeds, sprinkle over the top of the sliders.
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until butter is fully absorbed and sandwich tops are lightly browned, and cheese is melted
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📖 Recipe
Enchilada Chicken Sliders
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place the 1 ½ to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts and 28 ounces enchilada sauce and 28 ounces enchilada sauce ( homemade or store-bought), in the vessel of a slow cooker and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours. The internal temperature of the cooked chicken should be 165°F. (Note 3)
- Once cooked, remove chicken from the slow cooker. Let cool, shred the chicken.
- Dice 1 large tomato and 1 large sweet bell pepper .
- Thinly slice ½ red onion and ½ cup black olives.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a baking sheet or 9" x 13" casserole dish with non-stick spray. You can also use aluminum foil to line the tray or casserole dish.
- Cut the 1 package Hawaiian sweet rolls, 12 count in half through the middle. Lay the bottom half of the sandwiches on the baking tray or casserole dish.
- Layer the bread with 2 cups shredded enchilada chicken , 1 cup shredded shredded Colby Jack cheese, diced tomatoes, diced bell pepper, sliced red onion, and sliced black olives.
- Cover the sandwich fillings with the top of the slider roll.
- In a small saucepan, melt 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Brush the butter on the top of the slider buns. If using the popppoppy seeds, optional garnish, sprinkle over the top of the sliders.
- Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until butter is fully absorbed and sandwich tops are lightly browned, and cheese is melted
- Serve and enjoy
- Combine cooked shredded chicken and 28 ounces of enchilada sauce in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat for about 10 minutes. This allows the enchilada sauce to slightly absorb into the chicken, and your slider buns will not get soggy.
- Follow instructions above to continue assembling the sliders.
Nutrition
Nutritional values are estimates only. Please consult a professional for strict dietary needs.
Mairead
Great for super bowl Sunday!!! Delish
Eileen xo
I so agree, Mairead. Enjoy the sliders.