Smoky Cajun chicken, tangy barbecue, and creamy slaw layered on soft buns create a crowd-pleasing dish.
# Components:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ BBQ Sauce
07 - 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
→ Slaw
09 - 1 1/2 cups finely shredded cabbage
10 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
11 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
12 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
13 - 1/2 teaspoon sugar
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Assembly
15 - 8 slider buns
16 - 1 tablespoon butter, melted (optional)
17 - Sliced pickles (optional)
18 - Chopped cilantro or parsley (optional)
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Toss chicken thighs in olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange seasoned chicken on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
04 - Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate until serving.
05 - Once chicken is cooked, shred with two forks. Toss the shredded chicken in barbecue sauce and hot sauce until fully coated.
06 - Brush cut sides of slider buns with melted butter and toast under broiler for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.
07 - Place a generous scoop of BBQ chicken on the bottom half of each bun. Top with slaw and sliced pickles, finish with the top bun. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley if desired.
08 - Serve the sliders warm.
