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Crispy Chicken Parmesan Sliders with Cheese

Close-up of a Crispy Chicken Parmesan Slider with melted mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce on a brioche bun.
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Make small, handheld versions of Chicken Parmesan featuring crispy breaded chicken, melted cheese, and marinara sauce served on slider buns.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for shallow frying
  • 12 slider buns (Hawaiian rolls work well)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut the pounded chicken breasts into pieces small enough to fit neatly on the slider buns.
  2. Set up a standard breading station: place flour in one shallow dish, beaten eggs in a second, and mix panko, 1/2 cup Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a third.
  3. Dredge each chicken piece first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg, and finally press firmly into the panko mixture to coat completely.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
  6. Slice the slider buns horizontally but keep them attached in the 12-roll block. Place the bottom halves on a baking sheet.
  7. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over the bottom buns. Top with the crispy chicken pieces.
  8. Layer the mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese over the chicken on each slider.
  9. Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese. Brush the tops of the buns lightly with melted butter.
  10. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the buns are lightly toasted.
  11. Remove from the oven, slice the sliders apart, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can air fry the breaded chicken at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Use high-quality, thick marinara sauce to prevent the bottom buns from getting soggy too quickly.
  • If you prefer a baked coating instead of frying, spray the breaded chicken lightly with cooking spray before baking at 400 degrees Fahrenheit until done.

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