Cajun BBQ Chicken Sliders (Printable Version)
Juicy Cajun-spiced chicken and creamy slaw on toasted slider buns, perfect for gatherings or easy dinners.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ BBQ Sauce
07 - 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon hot sauce
→ Slaw
09 - 1 1/2 cups finely shredded cabbage
10 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
11 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
12 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
13 - 1/2 teaspoon sugar
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Assembly
15 - 8 slider buns
16 - 1 tablespoon butter, melted
17 - Sliced pickles
18 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Combine chicken thighs, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat.
03 - Arrange seasoned chicken on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until fully cooked and juices run clear.
04 - While chicken bakes, mix cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Blend until evenly combined and refrigerate until needed.
05 - When chicken is cooked, shred with two forks. Transfer to a bowl, add barbecue sauce and hot sauce if using. Toss thoroughly.
06 - Optionally brush the insides of each bun with melted butter and broil for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown.
07 - On the bottom half of each bun, place BBQ chicken. Top with slaw and sliced pickles. Set top bun in place. Garnish with cilantro or parsley as desired.
08 - Serve immediately while warm.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses easy-to-find ingredients most are pantry staples
- Ready in under an hour
- Can be prepped ahead for stress-free entertaining
- Customizable from spicy to mild
- Crowd favorite at gatherings and potlucks
02 -
- High in protein and fiber thanks to chicken and cabbage
- Sliders hold up well at room temperature perfect for parties
- Can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds
03 -
- Toast the slider buns right before filling so they do not get soggy
- Gently massage the slaw to soften it and boost flavor
- Let the shredded chicken rest in barbecue sauce for at least five minutes before assembling sliders so the flavor soaks in