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Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 sliders 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring tender shredded rotisserie chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce and creamy ranch dressing, layered on sweet King’s Hawaiian rolls with melted Monterey Jack cheese, then baked to perfection. Topped with a flavorful Italian butter glaze, these sliders offer a perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and savory flavors in every bite — ideal for game day, parties, or a casual family meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

  • 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded (about 3–4 cups shredded chicken)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Sliders

  • 2 packages King’s Hawaiian rolls (12 count each)
  • 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Topping

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a large baking dish or a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Chicken Filling. In a large bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken with buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce mixture.
  3. Slice Rolls. Without pulling the rolls apart, use a large serrated knife to slice the entire package of King’s Hawaiian rolls horizontally like a bagel, separating the tops from the bottoms. This helps keep the sliders intact during assembly and baking.
  4. Assemble Bottom Layers. Place the bottom halves of the rolls cut-side up in the prepared baking pan, arranging them closely to form a solid layer.
  5. Add Cheese and Chicken. Sprinkle half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the bottom rolls. Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly on top of the cheese layer. Then, sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the chicken mixture to create a melty cheesy top layer.
  6. Add Top Rolls. Carefully place the top halves of the rolls on top, aligning them with the bottom layers to form complete sliders.
  7. Prepare and Brush Butter Topping. In a small bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter with Italian seasoning. Brush this mixture generously over the tops of the slider rolls to add flavor and promote browning while baking.
  8. Bake Sliders. Place the assembled sliders in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops of the rolls are lightly browned and crisp.
  9. Serve. Remove from oven and serve warm. Optionally, you can add coleslaw on top of the sliders or serve it on the side for a refreshing complement.

Notes

  • Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
  • Do not pull rolls apart when slicing to keep sliders neatly formed.
  • Feel free to substitute shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese for a different flavor profile.
  • Adjust the buffalo wing sauce amount based on your preferred spice level.
  • Coleslaw adds a nice crunchy contrast if served alongside or on top of the sliders.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slider
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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