Description
Juicy Buffalo chicken sliders deliver spicy, tangy excitement between mini buns. Creamy blue cheese dressing and crisp celery slaw complete this crowd-pleasing party favorite that you’ll devour in just a few irresistible bites.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 3 cups (710 ml) shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese
Bread and Seasoning:
- 1 package of King’s Hawaiian Rolls (12 count)
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
Sauces and Butter:
- ½ cup (120 ml) ranch dressing
- ½ cup (120 ml) Frank’s buffalo sauce
- ¼ cup (60 ml) melted butter
Instructions
- Meticulously prepare your workspace by heating the oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring an even temperature for optimal cooking.
- Create a luxurious garlic-infused butter mixture by thoroughly blending melted butter with finely ground garlic powder in a compact mixing bowl.
- Craft the zesty chicken filling by combining tender, hand-shredded chicken with creamy ranch dressing, introducing half of the shredded cheese, and incorporating bold buffalo sauce for a tangy kick.
- Carefully separate the Hawaiian rolls horizontally, maintaining their structural integrity. Arrange the bottom layer of rolls uniformly within a 9×13-inch baking dish, creating a foundation for the flavorful filling.
- Distribute the seasoned chicken mixture evenly across the roll base, ensuring comprehensive coverage, then generously sprinkle the remaining cheese to enhance flavor and texture.
- Delicately position the top halves of the rolls over the chicken and cheese layer, creating a perfect slider sandwich structure.
- Lavishly brush the roll tops with the prepared garlic butter, allowing the aromatic mixture to seep into the bread’s surface.
- Shield the assembled sliders with aluminum foil, then bake for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the cheese to softly melt.
- Remove the foil and return the sliders to the oven, baking for an additional 5 minutes until the tops achieve a golden-brown, crispy finish.
- Serve the sliders immediately while piping hot, presenting a delectable fusion of spicy chicken, melted cheese, and buttery rolls.
Notes
- Gather all ingredients beforehand to streamline the cooking process and reduce kitchen stress.
- Select quality Hawaiian rolls for the best texture and subtle sweetness that complements the spicy buffalo chicken.
- Shred chicken using two forks or a stand mixer for quick and even preparation, ensuring consistent flavor distribution.
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity based on personal heat preference, allowing customization for mild or spicy lovers.
- Cover sliders with foil during initial baking to prevent excessive browning and maintain moisture in the chicken filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg