Buffalo Chicken Sliders

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Fast dinner recipes are the ultimate solution for busy evenings, and Buffalo Chicken Sliders fit the bill perfectly. This dish features tender shredded chicken coated in spicy buffalo sauce, topped with creamy ranch-mayo and melted cheddar cheese, all nestled into buttery slider buns. Ready in under 30 minutes, these sliders deliver bold flavors with minimal effort for 12 satisfying servings. Growing up surrounded by hearty family recipes, I quickly learned that sliders like these are the secret to effortless entertaining.

Table of Contents

• Why Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a Crowd Favorite?
• What Ingredients Do You Need for Buffalo Chicken Sliders?
• How Do You Make Buffalo Chicken Sliders Step by Step?
• Frequently Asked Questions About Buffalo Chicken Sliders
• What to Serve With Buffalo Chicken Sliders?
• Expert Tips for Perfect Buffalo Chicken Sliders
• Can You Try Ingredient Swaps for This Recipe?

Why Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a Crowd Favorite?

Buffalo Chicken Sliders are beloved for their bold flavors, creamy texture, and easy handheld size. Perfect for game days, parties, or simple family meals, they are versatile and easy to make.

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Looking for something similar? Try our crockpot bbq chicken recipe for.

For more ideas, check out our bang bang chicken skewers.

You might also enjoy our blackstone hibachi chicken on the griddle.

• Their spicy kick makes them ideal as football food.
• Great for fast dinners that don’t sacrifice flavor.

Buffalo Chicken Sliders
These Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a perfect combination of spicy, creamy, and cheesy flavors, ideal for parties or casual dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes
Ingredients
  
• 2 cup shredded cooked chicken rotisserie or boiled chicken breast
• 1/3 cup buffalo sauce
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp ranch dressing
• 12 slider buns
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
Equipment
• mixing bowl
• baking sheet
• parchment paper
• oven
• small bowl
Method
 
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
3. In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise and ranch dressing to make the creamy sauce.
4. Place the bottom halves of slider buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Spread a thin layer of the creamy sauce on each slider bun base.
6. Top each bun base with a generous spoonful of the buffalo chicken mixture.
7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions over the chicken.
8. Place slider bun tops over the fillings.
9. Brush the tops of the buns lightly with melted butter.
10. Cover the sliders with foil and bake for 10 minutes.
11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the tops to become golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve sliders with shredded lettuce on the side or tucked inside each slider.
Notes
You can substitute ranch dressing with blue cheese dressing for a different flavor. Serve with extra buffalo sauce on the side for dipping.



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