Description
Get ready to impress your guests with these Halloween Chicken Parm Sliders, a delightful and festive treat perfect for spooky gatherings. Combining classic chicken parmesan flavors with a fun Halloween twist, these sliders are easy to prepare and visually appealing, making them a hit for both kids and adults. The crispy chicken tenders topped with gooey mozzarella cheese and savory marinara sauce are not only delicious but also adorned with playful ‘monster eyes’ made from olives. They’re versatile enough to serve as appetizers or main dishes, and you can customize them with various toppings to suit your taste. Bring some excitement to your Halloween festivities with these tasty sliders that are sure to steal the spotlight!
Ingredients
- 8 frozen chicken tenders
- 8 slider buns
- 8 slices of mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup of marinara sauce
- 16 green olives stuffed with pimento
Instructions
- Cook the chicken tenders according to package instructions.
- While cooking, cut mozzarella slices into sharp teeth shapes using a pairing knife.
- Skewer one green olive per slider on toothpicks to create monster eyes (two olives per slider).
- Warm marinara sauce over medium heat until simmering.
- Assemble sliders: Spread marinara on the bottom bun, add a chicken tender, top with more marinara and cheese (teeth facing forward), then place the top bun.
- Finish by skewering two olives onto each top bun for eyes.
- Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider experimenting with different cheeses or toppings like sautéed mushrooms or sliced jalapeños. To enhance presentation, arrange sliders on a spooky platter decorated with plastic spiders or cobwebs.