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These easy sliders combine shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and ranch dressing, topped with cheese and seasoned butter, all baked until golden brown.

Casey
Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 20:09:49 GMT
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Let me share my ultimate party favorite - Buffalo Chicken Sliders! Every time I make these little beauties with their tangy buffalo sauce tender chicken and those soft sweet Hawaiian rolls they disappear in minutes. I love how they're so easy to throw together but still pack that wow factor.

Why These Are Special

There's something magical about how those sweet rolls work with the spicy buffalo chicken. And that buttery seasoned topping? Takes them right over the top. They're just the perfect bite of everything you want in a slider.

What You'll Need

  • Buffalo Sauce: Half cup make your own or grab your favorite brand.
  • Hawaiian Rolls: One pack of 12 those sweet ones are perfect.
  • Chicken: Two cups shredded rotisserie makes it super easy.
  • That Magic Butter: Quarter cup melted with garlic salt and Italian herbs.

Let's Make Them Together

Start With The Chicken
Shred it up mix with buffalo sauce until every bite's coated just right.
Build Those Sliders
Slice those rolls keep them connected pop the bottoms in your pan layer with that saucy chicken.
Add The Special Touch
Mix up that seasoned butter brush it all over the tops makes them extra delicious.
Time To Bake
Cover with foil 15 minutes then uncover until they're golden and gorgeous.
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Perfect Partners

I love serving these with crispy french fries or my favorite potato salad. Want to keep it light? A green salad or some crunchy veggie sticks with ranch on the side work beautifully. There's just something about that cool creamy ranch with these spicy sliders.

Plan Ahead

These are great for making ahead! I often put them together without the butter topping wrap them up tight and pop them in the freezer. They'll keep for three months. When you're ready just thaw add that buttery topping and bake. So easy for busy days.

Save Some For Later

Got leftovers? Lucky you! Wrap them in foil pop in a zip bag they'll stay good in the fridge 2-3 days. Heat them up in the air fryer or oven gets them crispy again. Skip the microwave though nobody likes soggy sliders.

Why These Work

What I love about these sliders is how simple they are but wow do they deliver on flavor! That spicy buffalo sauce with those buttery rolls it's just perfect. Plus they work for any occasion from game day to dinner time.

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Party Perfect

These little guys are my go-to for parties. Easy to grab and eat no forks needed! Whether it's game day potluck or just friends dropping by they always get rave reviews. Plus that size is just right everyone gets their fair share.

Mix It Up

Sometimes I'll sprinkle on some blue cheese crumbles add a drizzle of ranch or maybe some jalapeños for extra kick. Need it milder? Try BBQ sauce instead of buffalo or go with honey mustard both taste amazing.

Keep It Clean

Here's my favorite trick: line that baking dish with parchment paper before you start. Trust me it makes cleanup so much easier. No more scrubbing stuck-on sauce and butter from your pan!

Simply The Best

These Buffalo Chicken Sliders never let me down. Whether you're new to cooking or a pro in the kitchen they come out perfect every time. Once you try them they'll become your go-to recipe too I promise!

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use different rolls?

Yes, while Kings Hawaiian rolls provide a sweet contrast to the spicy buffalo sauce, any slider buns will work.

→ Why cover with foil first?

Covering with foil allows the cheese to melt and filling to heat through without burning the tops of the rolls.

→ Can I make these ahead?

You can prepare the chicken mixture ahead of time, but assemble and bake just before serving for best results.

→ Can I adjust the spiciness?

Yes, use more or less buffalo sauce to adjust the heat level to your preference.

→ Why use rotisserie chicken?

Rotisserie chicken saves time and provides tender, flavorful meat that's easy to shred. You can also use any cooked chicken.

Conclusion

Buffalo chicken sliders are a quick and delicious party snack that combines spicy buffalo chicken with creamy ranch and melted cheese, served on sweet Hawaiian rolls.

Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Warm sliders filled with spicy buffalo chicken, ranch dressing, and melted cheese on sweet Hawaiian rolls. Perfect for game day or parties.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes
By: Casey

Category: Tasty Snacks

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 12 Servings (12 sliders)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 3 cups (325g) rotisserie chicken, shredded.
02 1 package (12-count) Kings Hawaiian Rolls.
03 1/2 cup (123g) Ranch Dressing.
04 1/2 cup buffalo sauce.
05 1/4 cup (57g) butter, melted.
06 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt.
07 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
08 2 cups (226g) cheddar cheese, shredded.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 350°F, spray 9x13 baking dish.

Step 02

Mix melted butter with garlic salt and Italian seasoning.

Step 03

Combine chicken, ranch, cheese, and buffalo sauce.

Step 04

Split rolls, place bottoms in pan, add filling, replace tops.

Step 05

Brush tops with seasoned butter mixture.

Step 06

Cover with foil, bake 15 minutes, then uncover for 5 minutes until golden.

Notes

  1. Perfect for game day.
  2. Can use homemade or store-bought sauce.
  3. Serve warm.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x13 baking dish.
  • Aluminum foil.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (cheese, ranch, butter).
  • Wheat (rolls).
  • Eggs (in ranch dressing).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 312
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 24 g
  • Protein: 16 g