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Chicken Enchilada Sliders Recipe

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These Chicken Enchilada Sliders are a delicious twist on classic enchiladas, featuring tender shredded chicken simmered in a rich red enchilada sauce, layered with melty Mexican cheeses, and baked inside soft slider rolls. Brushed with garlic butter and topped with cotija cheese and fresh cilantro, these sliders make a perfect party appetizer or comforting meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ Yellow onion, diced
  • 1 Jalapeño, minced
  • 1 (10 Ounce) can red enchilada sauce
  • 3 Cups cooked shredded chicken (such as rotisserie chicken)
  • 2 Cups Mexican shredded cheese blend (cheddar, monterey jack, chihuahua)
  • 1 (12 count) package slider rolls, sliced in half horizontally
  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 Cloves garlic, minced
  • Cotija cheese, for sprinkling
  • Cilantro, chopped, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the sliders.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, add diced onion and minced jalapeño, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes, to develop flavor.
  3. Add Sauce and Simmer: Stir in the red enchilada sauce, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to thicken and blend flavors.
  4. Combine Chicken: Add the shredded chicken to the sauce mixture, tossing to combine thoroughly for a cohesive filling.
  5. Prepare Slider Rolls: Use a bread knife to slice the slider buns horizontally into top and bottom halves, forming two flat sheets.
  6. Assemble Sliders: Arrange the bottom halves in a baking dish, sprinkle half the shredded cheese over them, spread the chicken mixture evenly on top, then add the remaining cheese. Place the top halves of the buns over the filling.
  7. Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, microwave melted butter and minced garlic for 30 seconds until garlic softens, then brush this mixture generously over the slider tops.
  8. Add Final Toppings: Sprinkle cotija cheese over the buttered tops of the sliders.
  9. Bake Covered: Loosely cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes to melt cheese and warm the filling.
  10. Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the tops are golden brown and slightly crisp.
  11. Garnish and Serve: Finish by sprinkling chopped cilantro and additional cotija cheese over the sliders. Serve hot for maximum flavor.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and flavorful option.
  • Adjust jalapeño amount based on desired spice level or substitute with mild green chilies for less heat.
  • For extra indulgence, add a layer of refried beans under the chicken mixture.
  • Ensure buns are sliced evenly to prevent sliding during baking.
  • Leftover sliders can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven for best texture.

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