Tomato Pesto Chicken Sliders
Tomato Pesto Chicken Sliders are a delightful twist on traditional sliders, combining juicy beef patties with rich basil pesto, fresh cherry tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese. These mini sandwiches are perfect for parties or family dinners, offering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Serve them warm with a creamy pesto mayo spread for an irresistible treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 sliders 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Slider buns or mini brioche buns
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef with garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined. Form small patties.
- Cook patties in a skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise and basil pesto to create a pesto mayo.
- Place cooked patties on a baking sheet; top with halved cherry tomatoes and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Assemble sliders: spread pesto mayo on the bottom bun, add the patty, and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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