If you're looking for an easy dinner or party recipe that everyone will devour, these Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliders are exactly what you need. Soft Hawaiian rolls are layered with savory ham, tender chicken, melty Swiss cheese, and brushed with a buttery Dijon garlic glaze before baking until perfectly golden. They're simple enough for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for holidays, game days, and family gatherings.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliders Recipe Essentials
- 🍽️ Course: Main Course, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- ⏱️ Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- 🍴 Servings: 12 sliders
- 🧄 Flavor Profile: Savory, cheesy, buttery, slightly sweet with classic chicken cordon bleu flavors
- 🍚 Best Served With: Potato salad, coleslaw, soup, fries, fresh vegetables, pasta salad, or chips
- 🧊 Make Ahead?: Yes. Assemble up to 24 hours ahead, refrigerate, then brush with the butter glaze just before baking.
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One of my favorite things about these sliders is how they transform a classic Chicken Cordon Bleu into a simple recipe that's easy enough for any night of the week. There's no breading or frying involved-just layer everything together, bake, and dinner is ready in about 30 minutes. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or serving guests, these sliders always disappear fast.
This recipe was inspired by my chicken bacon ranch sliders and monte cristo sliders, and pairs perfectly with my crispy potato salad and deviled egg macaroni salad.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Easy comfort food: All the classic flavors of chicken cordon bleu, like our chicken cordon bleu sandwich, without the complicated prep, breading, or frying.
- Loaded with flavor: Tender chicken, smoky ham, melted Swiss cheese, and buttery Dijon glaze create an irresistible combination in every bite.
- Perfect for any occasion: Great for weeknight dinners, game days, potlucks, parties, holidays, and family gatherings just like our air fryer chicken cordon bleu.
Ingredients
One of the best things about these sliders is that they're made with common grocery store ingredients you may already have on hand just like our chicken parmesan sliders. Rotisserie chicken makes preparation even faster, making this recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
- Hawaiian Slider Rolls: Their soft texture and slight sweetness perfectly complement the savory filling while holding everything together.
- Shredded Chicken: Tender cooked chicken creates the hearty base of the sliders. Rotisserie chicken works beautifully and saves time.
- Deli Ham: Adds the classic smoky, salty flavor that's essential to traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu.
- Swiss Cheese: Melts beautifully while adding its signature nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the ham and chicken.
- Butter: Creates a rich, golden topping while helping the buns bake to perfection.
- Garlic Powder: Adds savory flavor to the buttery glaze without overpowering the other ingredients.
- Dijon Mustard: Gives the butter topping a tangy, classic Chicken Cordon Bleu flavor.
- Fresh Parsley: Adds fresh color and a bright finish just before serving.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Customize the Meat and Cheese: Use rotisserie chicken, leftover turkey, sliced deli chicken, smoked turkey, or Black Forest ham. Swap the Swiss for provolone, mozzarella, Havarti, Gruyère, white cheddar, or your favorite Swiss blend.
- Add More Flavor: Spread Dijon mustard, honey mustard, garlic aioli, ranch dressing, or a thin layer of mayonnaise on the buns before assembling. Sprinkle Parmesan over the butter glaze or add crispy bacon for even more savory flavor.
- Make It Your Own: Layer in spinach, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, roasted red peppers, or tomato slices, or add sliced jalapeños, crushed red pepper flakes, hot honey, or pepper jack cheese for a spicy kick.
- Switch the Bread: Hawaiian rolls are a classic choice, but brioche slider buns, potato rolls, or dinner rolls work just as well. For a brunch twist, add scrambled eggs and serve with fresh fruit or hash browns.
How to Make Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliders
These cheesy, buttery sliders come together in just four simple steps. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray before you begin assembling.
Step 1: Toast the buns and begin layering. Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half, keeping them connected. Place the bottom half in the prepared baking dish and brush lightly with melted butter, if desired. Bake for 5 minutes to lightly toast.
Remove from the oven and layer the deli ham evenly over the toasted buns, followed by the shredded chicken.
Step 2: Add the cheese and bun tops. Sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese evenly over the chicken, then place the top half of the rolls over the cheese.
Step 3: Prepare the butter glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder until smooth. Brush the mixture evenly over the tops of the buns.
Step 4: Bake and serve. Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
Remove from the oven, sprinkle with the chopped parsley, slice into individual sliders, and serve warm with my honey hot sauce.
Expert Tips
- Start with quality ingredients: Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor, while freshly shredded Swiss cheese melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
- Build the best sliders: Keep the rolls connected for easier assembly, lightly toast the bottom buns to help prevent sogginess, and layer the ham, chicken, and cheese evenly so every slider is filled with flavor.
- Bake to perfection: Brush the butter glaze evenly over every bun, bake just until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown, then let the sliders rest for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing.
- Plan ahead: Assemble the sliders several hours in advance and refrigerate until you're ready to bake. Brush with the butter glaze just before baking and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy French dip sliders and Cuban sliders.
Storage Directions
These sliders are best served fresh from the oven, but leftovers store and reheat beautifully, making them perfect for meal prep or easy lunches.
Refrigerator: Store cooled sliders in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Wrap individual sliders or the entire batch tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Reheat: Warm the sliders in a 350°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until heated through. You can also microwave individual sliders for 30 to 60 seconds, although the buns will be softer.
Make Ahead: Assemble the sliders up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Brush with the butter glaze just before baking for the freshest flavor and texture.
Serving Suggestions
- Classic Comfort Food: Serve with French fries, sweet potato French fries, tater tots, air fryer steak fries, loaded mashed potato casserole, bacon ranch dressing pasta salad, creamy coleslaw or check out our what to serve with chicken cordon bleu for a satisfying meal.
- Soups and Salads: Pair with broccoli cheddar soup, slow cooker tomato soup, creamy chicken noodle soup (crockpot), Caesar salad, garden salad, or broccoli crunch salad for an easy lunch or dinner.
- Perfect for Entertaining: These sliders are great for game days, potlucks, parties, holiday gatherings, family dinners, and casual get-togethers with our air fryer mini chicken cordon bleu croissants. Serve alongside chips, fresh vegetables, pickles, or a snack board.
- Dipping Sauces: Offer Dijon mustard, hot honey mustard, honey mustard mayo, buttermilk ranch dip, ranch dressing, garlic mayo, or a creamy Swiss cheese sauce for dipping and extra flavor.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliders Recipe FAQs
Lightly toast the bottom buns before adding the filling, avoid overloading them with moisture, and bake uncovered until the tops are golden.
Yes. Hawaiian rolls are a favorite because of their sweetness, but brioche slider buns, potato rolls, or dinner rolls all work well.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliders
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian slider buns still connected
- 2 cups shredded chicken rotisserie or leftover
- ½ pound deli ham or leftover
- 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese or sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
Instructions
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half, keeping them connected. Place the bottom half in the prepared baking dish and brush lightly with melted butter, if desired. Bake for 5 minutes to lightly toast.
- Remove from the oven and layer the deli ham evenly over the toasted buns, followed by the shredded chicken. Sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese evenly over the chicken, then place the top half of the rolls over the cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder until smooth. Brush the mixture evenly over the tops of the buns.
- Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with the chopped parsley, slice into individual sliders, and serve warm.
Notes
- Start with quality ingredients: Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor, while freshly shredded Swiss cheese melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
- Build the best sliders: Keep the rolls connected for easier assembly, lightly toast the bottom buns to help prevent sogginess, and layer the ham, chicken, and cheese evenly so every slider is filled with flavor.
- Bake to perfection: Brush the butter glaze evenly over every bun, bake just until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown, then let the sliders rest for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing.
- Plan ahead: Assemble the sliders several hours in advance and refrigerate until you're ready to bake. Brush with the butter glaze just before baking and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
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