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Caramelized Onion Sliders with BBQ Chicken

Caramelized Onion Sliders with BBQ Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Caramelized Onion Sliders with BBQ Chicken combines juicy chicken and sweet caramelized onions for a flavor explosion. Perfect for game days or casual gatherings, these sliders are a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Make them tonight for an easy weeknight dinner!
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce no sugar added
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 sweet onion large, sliced into thin rings
  • 4 ounces white mushrooms sliced
  • 8 whole-wheat buns or rolls small
  • creamy cabbage & bok choy slaw optional (click for recipe)
  • kosher or sea salt to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Cut chicken fillets into 1/2-inch thick slices; cook in 1 tablespoon olive oil on medium-high heat until it loses its pink color and begins to brown, about 10 minutes. Add barbecue sauce, reduce heat to medium, and continue cooking uncovered until chicken has soaked up most of the sauce.
  2. In the meantime, prepare onion and mushrooms. In a medium skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon oil; turn heat to low. When oil is hot but not smoking, add onion, and cook until caramelized, approximately 15 minutes. Add mushrooms, and continue cooking until mushrooms release moisture and are tender, approximately 6 more minutes.
  3. Place slightly warmed buns or rolls on a prep space; evenly distribute chicken slices. Next, top chicken with onion and mushrooms. Top off sliders with Creamy Cabbage and Bok Choy Cole Slaw. Add salt to taste.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently in the microwave.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze the cooked sliders for later. Just make sure to cool them completely before placing them in a freezer-safe container.
  • Tip 3: These sliders go great with a side of sweet potato fries or a light salad for a refreshing contrast.
  • Tip 4: Want some heat? Add a few slices of jalapeƱos or a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce on top of the sliders before serving.
  • Tip 5: Fresh onions and chicken will make a big difference in flavor. Always opt for high-quality ingredients.