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Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders Recipe

Name: Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 24 Hawaiian rolls; 5 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded; 12 slices provolone cheese; 4 tbsp butter; ¼ tsp cayenne pepper; ¼ tsp salt; ¼ tsp garlic powder; ⅛ tsp smoked paprika; Hot honey sauce (double recipe, approx. ½ cup or as needed); 4 cups shredded coleslaw mix; ½ cup coleslaw dressing (or ranch dressing, plus more if needed)

ByZoe Lane January 20, 2026January 20, 2026

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Introduction

These Easy Hot Honey Chicken Sliders combine sweet Hawaiian rolls, melty provolone, and tender shredded chicken tossed in a spicy hot honey sauce. Topped with creamy coleslaw, they offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them ideal for dinners or gatherings.

A close-up of a sandwich held by a woman's hand shows three main layers inside a soft, golden brown bun. The bottom bun layer is light and fluffy, topped with a moist layer of shredded chicken covered in a rich, orange-colored sauce. Above the chicken, there is a creamy coleslaw mix with white, pale green, and small purple cabbage pieces, with a smooth texture. The sandwich is held over a white marbled surface, with other slightly blurred sandwiches in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

24 Hawaiian rolls
5 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
12 slices provolone cheese
Hot honey sauce (double recipe)
4 tbsp butter
¼ tsp cayenne
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp garlic powder
⅛ tsp smoked paprika
4 cups shredded coleslaw
½ cup coleslaw dressing (plus more if needed) or ranch dressing

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking pan with nonstick baking spray.
Step 2: Without separating, remove the Hawaiian rolls from the bag. Using a long serrated knife, slice the rolls in half horizontally, keeping them intact. Place the bottom half of the buns into the prepared pan, pressing gently if needed to fit.
Step 3: Layer the provolone slices evenly over the bottom buns. Toss the shredded chicken with the hot honey sauce and spread it over the cheese layer. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes.
Step 4: Place the top halves of the rolls on the chicken layer. In a small bowl, mix melted butter with cayenne, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Brush this seasoned butter over the tops of the rolls. Return the sliders to the oven and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until warmed through and golden on top.
Step 5: While the sliders finish baking, combine the shredded coleslaw with coleslaw dressing or ranch to your desired creaminess. Once baked, carefully remove the top rolls, spread the coleslaw evenly over the chicken, replace the tops, and optionally brush with extra butter mixture before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use your favorite spicy honey sauce or make your own by mixing honey with hot sauce for more control over heat levels.
Try adding pickled jalapeños or a slice of fresh cucumber inside for extra crunch and flavor.
For a vegetarian version, substitute shredded chicken with crispy cauliflower tossed in the hot honey sauce.
If you like more sauce, serve extra hot honey on the side for dipping.

Storage

Store leftover sliders tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven at 350°F for 10–15 minutes to restore the crispy tops and warm filling. Avoid microwaving to keep the rolls from becoming soggy.