I whipped up a fun twist on a classic favorite. Imagine succulent chicken breasts, lightly dusted with salt, pepper and garlic powder before meeting all-purpose flour and a crispy breadcrumb coating with Parmesan. Topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella all tucked inside slider rolls, these Chicken Parmesan Sliders shine.
I recently tried my hand at a Chicken Parm Sliders recipe that totally blew my mind. I started with 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced and seasoned with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper and a pinch of garlic powder.
After lightly coating the chicken in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, I dipped the pieces into 2 beaten eggs before dredging them in Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Then i baked these golden pieces in 2 cups of marinara sauce, layering in 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese, all nestled between 12 slider rolls.
I even drizzled a bit of olive oil for that extra crisp off the fry edge. This Chicken Parmesan Slider Bake is a fun twist on classic Chicken Parmesan, perfect as an appetizer snack or finger food when you’re in the mood for something different.
Why I Like this Recipe
I really like this recipe because it gives me that perfect mix of crispy chicken and melty cheese that just makes me feel all warm inside. I love that the slider rolls soak up all that saucy goodness, making every bite a burst of flavor. I also like how simple it is – even if it looks kinda fancy, the steps are straight forward and fun to follow. And, I appreciate that it has a twist on the classic Chicken Parmesan, which makes it feel like a totally new take on an old favorite.
So here’s my version of the Chicken Parmesan Slider Bake Recipe that I swear is super fun to make. First, you season your thin chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder then dredge them in flour. After that, dip each one in beaten eggs and coat them with a mix of Italian breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Next, heat up some olive oil in a big skillet until it’s nice and hot, then fry the chicken until they turn golden-brown on both sides.
While the chicken is frying, preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish. Spread about 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of the dish. Once your chicken is ready, lay them on top of the sauce and drizzle over the rest of the marinara. Then, toss a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese all over. What I really dig is arranging the slider rolls around or on top of the chicken, pressing them in so they soak up the flavors. Pop everything in the oven for roughly 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is all melty and bubbly. When it’s done, feel free to toss a few fresh basil leaves on top if you’re into that. Get ready to enjoy one of my absolute fav comfort food meals!
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts are lean protein that helps build muscle and gives the dish a tender bite.
- Marinara sauce brings a tangy tomato flavor and adds vitamins while keeping things light.
- Mozzarella cheese melts into a gooey, stringy layer that elevates every slider bite.
- Parmesan cheese adds a savory kick and an extra saltiness that balances the sauce perfectly.
- Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs provide a crunchy texture and are a good source of carbohydrates.
- Fresh basil leaves add a fragrant, herbaceous finish and brighten up the entire meal.
Ingredient Quantities
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or pounded thin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil for frying
- 12 slider rolls
- Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
How to Make this
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Dredge each piece in the flour, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with a mix of Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and fry the chicken until they are golden on both sides.
5. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of your baking dish.
6. Lay the fried chicken pieces on top of the sauce, then drizzle the remaining marinara sauce over them.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken and sauce.
8. Arrange the slider rolls on top of or around the chicken as you prefer, then press them in a bit so they soak up the flavors.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until the cheese gets all melty and bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves if you like, and serve while hot. Enjoy!
Equipment Needed
1. Oven – You’ll need one to preheat and then bake the dish at 375°F
2. Baking dish – Use one that’s lightly greased for assembling the chicken with marinara sauce and cheese
3. Skillet – A large one for frying the chicken until it’s golden on both sides
4. Mixing bowls – At least two; one for beating the eggs and another for mixing the Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese
5. Measuring cups and spoons – For making sure you add the correct amounts of flour, marinara sauce, and other ingredients
6. Tongs – These help in turning the chicken pieces in the skillet without breaking them
7. Knife and cutting board – Use them to trim or pound the chicken breasts if needed
8. Spatula – For transferring the fried chicken into the baking dish safely
FAQ
Chicken Parm Sliders Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Instead of chicken breasts, you could try thinly sliced turkey or even pork cutlets for a fun twist.
- If you don’t have Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, you can mix plain breadcrumbs with dried Italian herbs like oregano and basil.
- If Parmesan cheese is not available, Pecorino Romano works well as its flavor is a bit sharper.
Pro Tips
1. Try not to over-fry the chicken; if it cooks too long it can turn dry and lose its juiciness so keep an eye on it while its in the pan
2. Make sure to let the chicken rest for a few minutes after frying before you add the sauce, this helps the flavor to set and keeps the meat tender
3. Don’t be afraid to adjust the cheese amount to your liking; sometimes a little extra mozzarella can really amp up the flavor, just make sure it gets evenly melted
4. When adding the slider rolls, you could give them a quick toast with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of garlic powder to boost their crunch and overall taste
Chicken Parm Sliders Recipe
I whipped up a fun twist on a classic favorite. Imagine succulent chicken breasts, lightly dusted with salt, pepper and garlic powder before meeting all-purpose flour and a crispy breadcrumb coating with Parmesan. Topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella all tucked inside slider rolls, these Chicken Parmesan Sliders shine.
12
servings
400
kcal
Equipment: 1. Oven – You’ll need one to preheat and then bake the dish at 375°F
2. Baking dish – Use one that’s lightly greased for assembling the chicken with marinara sauce and cheese
3. Skillet – A large one for frying the chicken until it’s golden on both sides
4. Mixing bowls – At least two; one for beating the eggs and another for mixing the Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese
5. Measuring cups and spoons – For making sure you add the correct amounts of flour, marinara sauce, and other ingredients
6. Tongs – These help in turning the chicken pieces in the skillet without breaking them
7. Knife and cutting board – Use them to trim or pound the chicken breasts if needed
8. Spatula – For transferring the fried chicken into the baking dish safely
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or pounded thin
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp ground black pepper
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cups marinara sauce
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup olive oil for frying
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12 slider rolls
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Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Dredge each piece in the flour, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with a mix of Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and fry the chicken until they are golden on both sides.
- Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of your baking dish.
- Lay the fried chicken pieces on top of the sauce, then drizzle the remaining marinara sauce over them.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken and sauce.
- Arrange the slider rolls on top of or around the chicken as you prefer, then press them in a bit so they soak up the flavors.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until the cheese gets all melty and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves if you like, and serve while hot. Enjoy!
Notes
- Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 150g
- Total number of serves: 12
- Calories: 400kcal
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Polyunsaturated: 3g
- Monounsaturated: 2g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 45g
- Vitamin A: 400IU
- Vitamin C: 5mg
- Calcium: 200mg
- Iron: 2mg