Halloween Chicken Parmesan Sliders Recipe
Halloween Chicken Parmesan Sliders are a spooky twist on a classic favorite. These mini chicken sliders feature crispy chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese all nestled in soft buns. Perfect for Halloween parties or a fun family dinner. Make these sliders extra festive by decorating them with olive spiders or Halloween-themed toothpicks. Great for kids and adults alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking, Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 slider buns
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- ½ cup flour
- Olive spiders (optional for decoration)
- Halloween-themed toothpicks (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the chicken breasts into small, slider-sized pieces.
- Set up a breading station: flour in one bowl, beaten egg in the second, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese in the third.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dip each piece in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and crispy.
- Place the cooked chicken pieces on the slider buns, top each with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake sliders in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with olive spiders or themed toothpicks for a Halloween look.
Notes
- You can bake the chicken instead of frying for a lighter version.
- Serve with a side of marinara for dipping.
- For added flavor, use garlic butter on the buns before toasting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg