Description

These buffalo chicken sliders are packed with spicy buffalo sauce, gooey cheese, and creamy ranch, making them the ultimate crowd-pleasing party appetizer. Quick to prepare and perfect for game nights, potlucks, or any occasion where bold flavors and easy serving are a must.

Ingredients

Scale

12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or roasted)
2/3 cup buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1/2 cup ranch dressing
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo wing sauce, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
Slice the slider buns horizontally as a single slab, keeping the rolls attached.
Place the bottom half of the buns in a casserole dish or baking sheet. Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the buns.
Sprinkle cheddar and pepper jack cheese over the chicken. Add crumbled blue cheese if using. Drizzle half of the ranch dressing over the cheese.
Place the top half of the buns over the filling. Brush melted butter over the tops. Optionally, sprinkle with a little garlic powder or dried parsley.
Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and buns are golden brown. Cover with foil for the first 10 minutes if you prefer softer tops.
Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Drizzle remaining ranch dressing over the top and sprinkle with sliced green onions.
Slice into individual sliders and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, don’t oversaturate the chicken with buffalo sauce. Layer cheese generously to keep sliders juicy. Prep the chicken mixture and slice buns ahead for easy assembly. Save half the ranch for drizzling after baking to avoid soggy buns. Use gluten-free or dairy-free substitutes as needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slider
Calories: 210
Sugar: 3
Sodium: 480
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 16
Fiber: 1
Protein: 10

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