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BBQ Chicken Sliders Recipe Easy Homemade Tangy Slaw on Pretzel Buns

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These flavorful BBQ chicken sliders feature smoky-sweet barbecue sauce, tangy slaw, and soft pretzel buns for a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, they are ideal for casual gatherings and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 pretzel slider buns
  • Optional: sliced pickles or jalapeños

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss the chicken thighs with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate large bowl, combine shredded green and red cabbage with shredded carrot.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat. Refrigerate the slaw while cooking the chicken.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F, brushing with BBQ sauce during the last 2 minutes on each side.
  6. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then shred using two forks. Toss shredded chicken with remaining BBQ sauce.
  7. Slice pretzel buns in half and toast lightly on grill or skillet until golden and slightly crisp.
  8. Assemble sliders by piling BBQ chicken on bottom half of each bun, topping with tangy slaw, adding pickles or jalapeños if desired, and capping with bun tops.
  9. Serve immediately while chicken is warm and slaw is crisp.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for juicier meat; chicken breasts can be used for a leaner option. If slaw is too tangy, add more honey. Rest chicken after grilling to keep it juicy and easier to shred. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. For gluten-free, substitute pretzel buns with gluten-free slider rolls or lettuce wraps.

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