Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders

why make this recipe

This recipe is fast, spicy, and made for a crowd. The sliders cook in one pan and take little work. They are great for parties, game days, or a quick family meal.

introduction

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders mix shredded chicken with hot sauce and cheese for a rich, zesty bite. For a similar tested version with tips, check this easy spicy buffalo chicken sliders recipe to compare ideas.

how to make Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders

1. Preheat the oven and line a baking dish with parchment.
2. Mix chicken, hot sauce, ranch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a bowl.
3. Place the bottom halves of the slider buns in the dish.
4. Spread the chicken mix across the buns and top with shredded cheese. Close with the bun tops.
5. Mix melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Brush it over the tops.
6. Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake 5–10 more minutes until tops are golden and cheese melts.
7. Cut and serve while hot.

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
• ½ tsp garlic powder (for butter mix)
• ¼ tsp Italian seasoning

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×9 baking sheet or casserole dish with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, hot sauce, ranch, salt, pepper, garlic, and paprika.
3. Add the bottom of the slider buns to the lined baking sheet.
4. Divide the chicken filling between all the buns. Top with cheese and close with the top buns.
5. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Brush the tops of the buns with a pastry brush.
6. Cover baking sheet with foil and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until lightly golden and the cheese has melted.
7. Cut and serve with desired sides immediately while still hot.

how to serve Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Serve hot on a platter. Add ranch or blue cheese on the side for dipping. Offer celery sticks, carrot sticks, or fries. They work well with a cold drink.

how to store Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders

• To refrigerate: Place cooled sliders in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• To reheat: Warm in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes or microwave individual sliders for 30–60 seconds.
• To freeze: Wrap sliders individually and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat in the oven until hot.

tips to make Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders

• Use cooked chicken from a rotisserie to save time.
• Taste the filling and adjust hot sauce and salt before baking.
• Cover with foil while baking to keep buns soft; remove foil at the end to brown tops.
• Brush butter mix well so tops get even color and flavor.

variation (if any)

• Swap ranch for blue cheese dressing for a sharper taste.
• Add cooked bacon pieces for crunch.
• Use pulled chicken tossed with buffalo sauce for a softer texture.
• Make a vegetarian version with shredded jackfruit and buffalo sauce.

FAQs

Q: Can I use fresh buns instead of a pack of slider buns?
A: Yes. Use small sandwich rolls or cut larger buns to fit the pan.

Q: Is there a milder version for kids?
A: Reduce the hot sauce or mix half buffalo and half barbecue sauce for less heat.

Q: Can I prepare these ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble and cover the dish, then refrigerate for a few hours before baking. Add a few extra minutes to bake if cold.

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders

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• Author: lima
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 9 servings 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Non-Vegetarian

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Description

Fast and spicy sliders perfect for parties or quick family meals, featuring shredded chicken mixed with hot sauce and cheese.

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Ingredients

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• 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
• 2 Tbsp butter
• ½ tsp garlic powder (for butter mix)
• ¼ tsp Italian seasoning

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×9 baking sheet or casserole dish with parchment paper.
2. Mix the shredded chicken, hot sauce, ranch, salt, pepper, garlic, and paprika in a bowl.
3. Add the bottom of the slider buns to the lined baking sheet.
4. Divide the chicken filling between all the buns. Top with cheese and close with the top buns.
5. Combine the melted butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl. Brush the tops of the buns with a pastry brush.
6. Cover the baking sheet with foil and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until lightly golden and the cheese has melted.
7. Cut and serve with desired sides immediately while still hot.

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Notes

Serve hot on a platter with ranch or blue cheese on the side for dipping. Great with celery sticks, carrot sticks, or fries.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slider
• Calories: 280
• Sugar: 1g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 24g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 16g
• Cholesterol: 50mg