Name: Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded; 1/2 cup Ranch dressing; 1/2 cup Frank’s buffalo sauce; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1 package Kings Hawaiian Rolls (12 count); 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

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Introduction

Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a perfect game day or party snack, combining tender shredded chicken with spicy buffalo sauce and melty cheese on soft Hawaiian rolls. These sliders come together quickly and deliver big flavor in every bite.

A close-up of a sandwich with two soft white bread buns, each soft and golden brown on top, stacked on a white plate with a white marbled surface. Between the buns are thick layers of creamy, orange-colored chicken salad mixed with shredded pieces of chicken, spilling slightly over the edges of the bread. The sauce looks smooth and glossy with some visible black pepper specks. Behind the sandwich, there is a blurry background with a bottle of red sauce and a white container, all placed on the white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

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 the oven to 350° F.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter and garlic powder; set aside.
Step 3: In another bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ranch dressing, half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and buffalo sauce. Mix well.
Step 4: Carefully split the Hawaiian rolls in half and place the bottom halves in a 9×13 baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
Step 5: Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the bottom halves of the rolls and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheeses on top.
Step 6: Place the top halves of the rolls on the cheese layer. Then brush the tops with the melted butter and garlic mixture.
Step 7: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
Step 8: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Step 9: Remove from the oven, slice into individual sliders, and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the chicken mixture or sprinkle chopped jalapeños on the sliders before baking.
Use blue cheese dressing instead of ranch for a tangier flavor.
Try swapping mozzarella with pepper jack cheese for a spicy twist.
Leftover sliders can be assembled and baked later, making this a great make-ahead option.

Storage

Store leftover sliders covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350° F for 10 minutes or until warmed through to maintain the crispy tops. Avoid microwaving if possible, as it can make the rolls soggy.

How to Serve

A sandwich with two soft, shiny, golden brown buns on top and bottom, filled with two thick layers of creamy, orange-colored shredded chicken mixed with sauce that looks smooth and rich, some extra sauce dripping out at the sides. The sandwich is placed on a white plate, which sits on a white marbled surface. In the blurred background, there is a glass bottle with red sauce. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh chicken instead of rotisserie chicken?

Yes, you can cook and shred fresh chicken breasts or thighs. Poach or bake the chicken until fully cooked, then shred before mixing with the other ingredients.

Can I make these sliders gluten-free?

To make gluten-free sliders, substitute the Hawaiian rolls with gluten-free rolls or buns. Ensure all other ingredients, such as buffalo sauce and ranch dressing, are also gluten-free.