Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe
Introduction
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a perfect blend of tangy, spicy, and creamy flavors tucked inside soft slider buns. Ideal for game days or casual gatherings, these sliders deliver a satisfying kick that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 9 pack slider buns
- 1 1/2 cups shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup Franks buffalo hot sauce
- 2 Tbsp ranch dressing
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 Tbsp butter (for garlic butter)
- ½ tsp garlic powder (for garlic butter)
- ¼ tsp Italian seasoning (for garlic butter)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×9 baking sheet or casserole dish with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, buffalo hot sauce, ranch dressing, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
- Step 3: Place the bottom halves of the slider buns on the lined baking sheet.
- Step 4: Evenly divide the chicken mixture over the bun bottoms. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and then close each slider with the top bun halves.
- Step 5: In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in garlic powder and Italian seasoning to make the garlic butter.
- Step 6: Brush the tops of the slider buns generously with the garlic butter mixture using a pastry brush.
- Step 7: Cover the baking sheet with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 5–10 minutes until the buns are lightly golden and the cheese has melted.
- Step 8: Cut the sliders apart and serve immediately with your favorite sides while hot.
Tips & Variations
- For extra heat, add a few dashes of cayenne pepper or use a hotter wing sauce in place of Franks buffalo hot sauce.
- Swap the ranch dressing for blue cheese dressing for a richer flavor profile.
- Try different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack to change the taste and texture.
- To make this recipe vegetarian, substitute shredded chicken with shredded jackfruit or cooked mushrooms.
Storage
Store any leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until warmed through to keep the buns slightly crispy and the cheese melty.
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 in advance and refrigerate them. Just wait to bake until you’re ready to serve for the best texture and flavor.
What kind of cheese works best for Buffalo chicken sliders?
Shredded cheddar is classic and melts nicely, but mozzarella or pepper jack are great alternatives that add different flavor notes and creaminess.
PrintSpicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe
These Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or meal, featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in a zesty Frank’s buffalo hot sauce and ranch mixture. Topped with melted cheese and brushed with garlic butter, these sliders bake to golden perfection and are perfect for game day or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 9 sliders 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Slider Mix
- 9 pack slider buns
- 1 1/2 cups shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup Frank’s buffalo hot sauce
- 2 Tbsp ranch dressing
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Garlic Butter
- 2 Tbsp butter, melted
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9 baking sheet or casserole dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Frank’s buffalo hot sauce, ranch dressing, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the spicy and flavorful sauce.
- Assemble Sliders: Place the bottom halves of the slider buns onto the prepared baking sheet. Evenly divide the buffalo chicken mixture among the buns, spreading it out to cover each bun base fully. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the buffalo chicken on each bun, then close with the top halves of the slider buns.
- Prepare Garlic Butter & Brush: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Using a pastry brush, generously brush the tops of the slider buns with this garlic butter mixture to enhance flavor and promote browning.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil to lock in moisture and bake in the preheated oven at 350°F for 15 minutes.
- Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until the tops of the buns are lightly golden and the cheese has fully melted.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, cut the sliders apart if desired, and serve immediately while hot. These sliders pair well with celery sticks, carrot sticks, or your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Use shredded rotisserie chicken for convenience and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to make the sliders milder or spicier according to your preference.
- For a crispier top, broil the sliders for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing as dipping sauces for added authenticity.
- These sliders can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving to save time.
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