Caprese Grilled Chicken Sliders

close up of chicken slider on a Rhodes french roll

It’s warming up outside and that means it’s time to fire up the grill. These Caprese Grilled Chicken Sliders on crusty Rhodes Warm & Serve French rolls are the perfect transition into spring.

This post has been sponsored by Rhodes Bake-N-Serv. All thoughts and opinions are my own. For more information, please read my disclosure policy.

Grilling season is my favorite and this recipe is most definitely going to be on repeat all spring and summer. We’re talking juicy balsamic marinated chicken with melty mozzarella, fresh tomatoes and basil and a creamy balsamic mayo.

And to make them the absolute best, I used Rhodes Warm & Serve French rolls. If you love a crusty bread that’s light and fluffy on the inside, you will adore these rolls.

They are incredible on their own, slathered with soft, salted butter or when used to make sliders. They would also be the perfect addition to your holiday meal.

Six french rolls on a baking sheet.

Ingredients for Caprese Grilled Chicken Sliders

Just like all my favorite recipes, the ingredient list is simple on this one. Here’s what you are going to need:

  • Rhodes Warm & Serve French Rolls: Head to the freezer section and grab a bag of my favorite frozen rolls. If you are unable to find the French rolls, the white rolls would be delicious as well.
  • Chicken: I chose to use boneless skinless chicken thighs for this recipe but feel free to use boneless chicken breasts instead if that’s what you prefer. You will just need to cut them into smaller pieces to fit on the French rolls.
  • Balsamic vinaigrette: To marinate the chicken. Grab your favorite bottle or whip up a quick batch of your favorite.
  • Tomato: I like to use roma tomatoes as they are the perfect size for a slider roll.
  • Fresh basil
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Mayo
close up of caprese grilled chicken slider on a wooden cutting board

Prep the Chicken

First, check on the size of your chicken. If they are way larger than the rolls, cut them in half so that they’ll fit nicely as sliders.

Once the chicken is cut to the right size, it’s time to marinate. Add chicken to a bowl or ziplock bag. Drizzle in the dressing and move around the chicken to ensure it’s coated. Marinate in the fridge for at least one hour and up to four hours.

three sliders lined up on a wooden cutting board

Bake Rolls and Grill the Chicken

Preheat your oven according to the directions for the rolls and preheat your grill to about 400 degrees F.

Place the rolls on a baking sheet and bake. While the rolls are getting toasty and delicious, grill the chicken. If you’re using chicken thighs, you’ll need to grill them about six to seven minutes per side.

Once you’ve cooked both sides, top each with mozzarella and close the lid of the grill and cook another minute or until the cheese melts.

hand grabbing grilled chicken slider

Time to Assemble the Caprese Grilled Chicken Sliders

In a small bowl, combine the mayo and a tablespoon of balsamic vinaigrette. This makes a super simple and delicious sauce for the sliders.

Split the rolls in half then slather with mayo. Add a chicken breast then top with a slice of tomato and some fresh basil.

Place the top of the roll and enjoy.

three grilled chicken sliders on a wooden cutting board

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This post has been sponsored by Rhodes Bake-N-Serv. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

close up of chicken slider on a Rhodes french roll
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Caprese Grilled Chicken Sliders

It's warming up outside and that means it's time to fire up the grill. These Caprese Grilled Chicken Sliders on crusty Rhodes Warm & Serve French rolls are the perfect transition into spring.
Prep Time4 hours
Active Time15 minutes
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: grilled chicken sliders
Yield: 6 sliders
Author: Meghan Payne-Hensley

Ingredients

  • 3 large boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut in half
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
  • 1 bag Rhodes Warm & Serve French Rolls
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette
  • sliced roma tomatoes
  • fresh basil

Instructions

  • Add chicken to a container with a lid or a ziplock bag. Add 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette and make sure chicken is coated. Place in fridge and marinate for one to four hours.
  • Preheat oven according to Rhodes package. Preheat grill over medium heat (about 400 degrees F). Bake rolls according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, grill chicken over medium heat about six minute per side. When both sides have been cooked, top with cheese. Close lid and cook another minute or until cheese has melted. Remove from grill.
  • In a small bowl, mix mayo and remaining 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinaigrette. Cut baked rolls in half and slather each with mayo. Add a piece of chicken to each then top with tomato and fresh basil.

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