Pesto Chicken Garlic Knot Sliders
Delightful sliders made with shredded rotisserie chicken, aromatic pesto, and gooey mozzarella cheese wrapped in warm garlic knots. Perfect for parties or family gatherings.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb 1 and 1/2 lb pizza dough
- 3 cups 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 8 oz 8 oz pesto (1 jar)
- 2 cups 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Garlic Butter
- 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 cloves 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the pizza dough into eighths. Roll each piece into a thin strip that’s about 7 inches long. Tie them into knots and place on a baking sheet.
- Let the knots rest for about 10 minutes. This helps them rise slightly and become fluffy.
- While the knots are resting, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Baking the Knots
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 12 minutes or until the knots are golden brown.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C) and allow the knots to cool slightly on the baking sheet.
Assembling the Sliders
- Once cooled, carefully cut the knots horizontally to create a top and a bottom.
- On the bottom half of each knot, layer on the shredded chicken, a generous spoonful of pesto, and a handful of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- In a small bowl, melt the butter and mix in the minced garlic and chopped parsley. Brush this mixture over the filled knots.
Final Bake
- Place the assembled sliders back in the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
- Pull apart the sliders for individual servings, and enjoy your Pesto Chicken Garlic Knot Sliders!
Notes
These sliders are perfect for parties, game days, or a cozy family dinner. Serve them warm with marinara sauce for dipping.