Description
These Chicken Parmesan Meatball Sliders are a delightful twist on the classic Italian favorite. Juicy ground chicken meatballs blended with Parmesan and herbs, baked to perfection, then topped with marinara and melted mozzarella, all nestled in soft slider rolls. A perfect appetizer or party snack that’s easy to prepare and loved by all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/4 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (NOT grated; see note if using grated)
Toppings and Assembly
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 slider rolls, halved horizontally
Optional Glaze
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) to prepare for baking the meatballs.
- Make the meatball mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Panko bread crumbs, minced garlic, dried oregano, kosher salt, beaten egg, and shredded Parmesan cheese. Mix thoroughly ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form meatballs: Roll the mixture into 12 meatballs, each about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, to ensure even cooking and perfect slider size.
- Bake the meatballs: Place the meatballs in an oven-proof skillet or baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until fully cooked through and slightly browned.
- Add marinara and cheese: Once baked, remove the meatballs from the oven and spoon marinara sauce over each meatball. Then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Toast the slider rolls with glaze: Mix softened butter with garlic powder to make the glaze. Brush this mixture over the slider rolls and place them on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for a few minutes until lightly golden.
- Assemble the sliders: Place one meatball topped with marinara and mozzarella on each toasted slider roll. Optionally garnish with fresh basil and sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top.
- Serve: Serve warm, enjoy your delicious Chicken Parmesan Meatball Sliders as a perfect finger food for any occasion!
Notes
- If shredded Parmesan cheese is unavailable, substitute with 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese instead.
- Use an oven-proof skillet or a baking dish to bake the meatballs evenly.
- For best flavor, use freshly minced garlic and freshly shredded cheeses.
- Optional garnish with fresh basil adds great aroma and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
