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Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Buffalo Chicken Sliders

  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 sliders 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten-free slider buns)

Description

Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a quick and flavorful snack featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, balanced with creamy dressing and melted cheese on soft slider buns. Perfect for game days, parties, or easy meals, these sliders deliver bold, tangy, and spicy flavors in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover chicken)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (mild, medium, or hot, to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
  • 8 slider buns, soft and small
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (sharp cheddar or mozzarella)

Optional Ingredients

  • Celery sticks for serving or adding inside sliders
  • Diced jalapeños or extra hot sauce for added spice
  • Crispy bacon strips or fried onions for crunch
  • Plant-based cheese and dressing for dairy-free variation
  • Whole wheat slider buns and Greek yogurt-based sauce for a healthy twist

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Buffalo Chicken Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken with buffalo wing sauce and melted butter. Stir thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the spicy, buttery mixture that forms the core of your sliders.
  2. Add Creamy Dressing: Mix ranch or blue cheese dressing into the buffalo chicken mixture. This cools the heat slightly and adds a luscious texture that balances the spicy bite perfectly.
  3. Assemble the Sliders: Lay out slider buns on a baking sheet. Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the bottom halves of the buns. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously on top, then close with the bun tops.
  4. Melt the Cheese: Place the assembled sliders in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, until the cheese melts and the sliders are warmed through.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the oven, add optional celery sticks on the side or inside the sliders for a fresh crunch, and serve immediately while warm and gooey.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for time-saving and moist, flavorful meat.
  • Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to control heat level to your preference.
  • Don’t skip the butter—it rounds out the sauce and keeps the chicken moist.
  • Lightly toast buns before assembling to add texture and prevent sogginess.
  • Sharp cheddar cheese melts well and adds a tangy flavor that complements the buffalo sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slider
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Buffalo chicken sliders, spicy sliders, game day snacks, party appetizers, quick buffalo chicken recipe

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