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Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe

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These Buffalo Chicken Sliders are the perfect appetizer or meal for any occasion, combining tender shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce with creamy ranch, honey, and garlic. Topped with a melty blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses and baked on soft King’s Hawaiian rolls brushed with garlic Italian butter, these sliders are irresistibly flavorful and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 sliders

Ingredients

Chicken Mixture

  • 3 1/2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s)
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 Tbsp. honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
  • Pinch of black pepper

Cheese Topping

  • 2 cups low moisture mozzarella cheese, freshly grated (not pre-shredded)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded (not pre-shredded)

Slider Assembly

  • 12 count King’s Hawaiian Rolls

Butter Topping

  • 4 Tbsp. butter, melted
  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp. garlic salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set this aside for assembling the sliders.
  2. Mix Chicken Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, honey, minced garlic, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Slice Rolls: Carefully slice the King’s Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally to create a bottom and top layer for the sliders.
  4. Assemble Bottom Layer: Place the bottom halves of the rolls evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Add Chicken Layer: Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly on top of the bottom rolls, ensuring a uniform layer of filling.
  6. Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the freshly grated mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the chicken layer. Optionally, you can layer cheese, then chicken, and then more cheese to better lock in the filling.
  7. Top with Roll Lids: Place the top halves of the rolls over the cheese and chicken layers carefully.
  8. Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. Brush most of this butter mixture generously over the top of the rolls, reserving some to use after baking.
  9. Bake Covered: Cover the assembled sliders loosely with foil and bake for approximately 15-20 minutes, until the sliders are hot and the cheese is melted.
  10. Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the tops to brown slightly and become crisp.
  11. Cool and Serve: Let the sliders cool for a few minutes after baking. Cut into individual servings, then brush the remaining butter mixture over the tops for a shiny finish. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded cheeses instead of pre-shredded to ensure better melting and flavor.
  • For extra spicy sliders, add more buffalo sauce or sprinkle on some cayenne pepper.
  • These sliders can be made ahead and reheated covered with foil to retain moisture.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To make it easier to cut the sliders evenly, chill them slightly before slicing.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/buffalo-chicken-sliders-recipe/