Description
Marry Me Chicken Sliders are tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked in a creamy Parmesan sauce and served on soft slider buns with fresh spinach or arugula and sliced tomatoes. These sliders are perfect for entertaining or a casual meal, offering rich, comforting flavors with a hint of Italian seasoning.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Slider Assembly
- 9–12 slider buns
- Fresh spinach or arugula, for garnish
- Sliced tomatoes, for garnish
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Prep Chicken: Start by seasoning the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning to build the base flavor.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove from skillet and allow to rest to retain juices.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Slice the Chicken: Once the chicken has cooled enough to handle safely, slice it into bite-sized pieces. Return the sliced chicken to the skillet with the sauce and let it soak up the flavors for several minutes.
- Prepare the Sliders: Cut the slider buns in half and lightly toast them if preferred, adding texture and helping to prevent sogginess from the sauce.
- Add Toppings: Spoon a generous amount of the creamy chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with fresh spinach or arugula and sliced tomatoes to add freshness and crunch.
- Assemble the Sliders: Place the top half of the bun over the fillings. If desired, secure with a toothpick to keep the slider together.
- Serve: Arrange the sliders nicely on a serving platter and enjoy them warm, ideal for casual meals or entertaining guests.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality chicken and Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
- Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper to enhance all flavors.
- Lightly toasting the slider buns adds a pleasant crunch and prevents sogginess from the sauce.
- For added flavor, consider offering dipping sauces like ranch, barbecue, or garlic aioli.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Slider
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American with Italian influence
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken, Chicken Sliders, Creamy Parmesan Chicken, Slider Recipe, Easy Chicken Sandwich
