Pesto Chicken Sliders Recipe for Tasty Game Day Party Food

Pesto chicken sliders are perfect to serve up on game day, after school, or any other gathering where finger food is ideal. Of course, tiny chicken sandwiches are also tasty for any lunch or dinner – no special occasion required. However, if you're looking for party food, definitely give these pesto and tomato chicken sliders a pin.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again – finger food is the most fun to eat. Not only is it easy to grab, but it's not a huge commitment. For picky eaters like me, tiny portions are much appreciated. That way, if we can't stand it, we aren't wasting a whole plate of food. Appetizers are also fun because you can have a variety. Fill your plate with all sorts of goodies if it's a party full of appetizers or food on a stick.

Obviously, it's the time of year for game day parties, but also consider this recipe for game nights. Get some game nights on your calendar this year. Family game night, girls' night in, or couples' game time are all ways to catch up, spend quality time, and create some hilarious memories.

Thank you to Kari for this recipe. Be sure to check out more of her chicken sliders here.

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Pesto Chicken Sliders Recipe

Looking for game day appetizers, after school snacks, or party food to make on game night? Try these pesto chicken sliders. 

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword chicken, sliders, snacks

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 6 sliders

Calories 243 kcal

Ingredients

• 1 cup chicken breast cooked and shredded
• 6 slider buns/Hawaiian dinner rolls cut in half
• 3.5 oz pesto 1 jar
• 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
• 1/2 cup tomatoes diced
• 1 tablespoon butter melted
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Instructions

1. 
2. Preheat oven to 350.
3. Line a baking sheet with buns.
4. Generously spread pesto onto the bottom of each bun.
5. Sprinkle with shredded chicken, cheese, and tomatoes. Add top bun.
6. Mix butter and garlic together in a small bowl and brush onto the top of the buns.
7. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Recipe Notes

You will not use all of the pesto. 

Nutrition Facts

Pesto Chicken Sliders Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 243 Calories from Fat 117

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 13g 20%

Saturated Fat 5g 25%

Cholesterol 43mg 14%

Sodium 372mg 16%

Potassium 132mg 4%

Total Carbohydrates 17g 6%

Sugars 4g

Protein 12g 24%

Vitamin A 11.8%

Vitamin C 2.6%

Calcium 9.7%

Iron 1.6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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