Introduction

Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a perfect blend of spicy, cheesy, and creamy flavors tucked inside soft Hawaiian rolls. These sliders make an easy and crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack for any gathering.

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Ingredients

3 cups rotisserie chicken (shredded)
1 package Kings Hawaiian Rolls (12 count)
1/2 cup Ranch dressing
1/2 cup Frank’s buffalo sauce
1/4 cup butter (melted)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350° F.
Step 2: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and garlic powder; set this mixture aside for later.
Step 3: In another bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, ranch dressing, half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and the buffalo sauce.
Step 4: Carefully split the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom halves in a 9×13 baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
Step 5: Evenly spread the buffalo chicken mixture over the bottom rolls, then sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Step 6: Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese layer, then brush the tops with the butter and garlic mixture you prepared earlier.
Step 7: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
Step 8: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the tops of the sliders turn golden brown.
Step 9: Take the sliders out of the oven, slice them apart, and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add chopped jalapeños to the chicken mixture before baking.
Swap out cheddar and mozzarella for pepper jack cheese for a spicier kick.
You can add celery or green onions on top after baking for added crunch and freshness.
Use different buffalo sauces to adjust the heat and flavor profile.

Storage

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven at 350° F for 10 minutes or until warmed through to keep the buns soft and the cheese melted.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sliders a few hours before baking. Keep them covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake.

What can I use instead of rotisserie chicken?

If you don’t have rotisserie chicken, cooked and shredded chicken breasts or thighs work well as a substitute.

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These Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or meal, combining shredded rotisserie chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce and creamy ranch dressing, all stacked inside soft King’s Hawaiian rolls with melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Baked to perfection with a buttery garlic topping, these sliders offer a perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and savory flavors that are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Author: Bella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 12 sliders 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
1/2 cup Ranch dressing
1/2 cup Frank’s buffalo sauce
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided)

Rolls and Topping

1 package Kings Hawaiian Rolls (12 count)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350° F to prepare for baking the sliders.
Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and garlic powder. Set this mixture aside for later use.
Make Chicken Mixture: In another bowl, mix together the shredded rotisserie chicken, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, and half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until well incorporated.
Prepare Rolls: Carefully slice the King’s Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally. Place the bottom halves of the rolls in a 9×13 inch baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
Assemble Sliders: Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the bottom halves of the rolls. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the chicken layer.
Top and Brush: Place the top halves of the rolls over the cheese-topped chicken mixture and brush the tops generously with the prepared melted butter and garlic powder mixture.
Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld and the cheeses melt.
Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes or until the tops of the sliders turn golden brown and slightly crispy.
Serve: Remove from the oven, slice the sliders apart, and serve warm for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing dish.

Notes

Using rotisserie chicken saves preparation time and adds extra flavor.
You can adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to control the spice level.
For a crispier top, broil the sliders for 1-2 minutes after baking uncovered, watching closely to avoid burning.
Feel free to substitute ranch dressing with blue cheese dressing for a tangier flavor.
Make sure to cover the sliders during the first part of baking to keep them moist and prevent drying.

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