Ingredients
Slider Assembly
- 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 (cheddar or a blend works well)
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-inch baking sheet or casserole dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Chicken Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with Frank’s buffalo hot sauce, ranch dressing, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir thoroughly to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with all the flavors.
- Assemble Sliders: Lay out the bottom halves of the slider buns on the prepared baking sheet. Evenly distribute the buffalo chicken mixture over each bun bottom. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the chicken, then place the top halves of the buns over the cheese to close the sliders.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until well combined. Using a pastry brush, generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the tops of the assembled slider buns to add savory flavor and encourage browning.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil to prevent the sliders from drying out. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the sliders to heat through.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking the sliders for an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted to your liking.
- Serve Immediately: Remove from the oven and transfer the sliders to a serving platter. Serve hot with your preferred sides like celery sticks, carrots, or extra ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute shredded rotisserie chicken for a time-saving option.
- Try different cheeses like pepper jack or mozzarella for a unique twist.
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the amount of buffalo sauce or use a milder hot sauce.
- Brush the tops generously with garlic butter for a crisp, flavorful crust.
- Sliders are best served immediately for optimal softness and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
