Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Sliders with Garlic Butter

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Created on July 31st, 2025 at 09:14 pm

Buffalo Chicken Sliders

These cheesy buffalo chicken sliders are bold, spicy, and irresistibly gooey. Perfect for game day, parties, or a cozy weeknight dinner—they’ll disappear in seconds!

⏱️ Time Breakdown:

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 9 sliders

📝 Ingredients List:

9-pack slider buns (Hawaiian or brioche recommended)
1 ½ cups shredded chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
½ cup Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Sauce
2 Tbsp ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp paprika
1 cup shredded Colby Jack or cheese of choice

Garlic Butter:

2 Tbsp butter, melted
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp Italian seasoning

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×9″ baking dish with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, ranch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until fully coated.
Place the bottom half of the slider buns in the baking dish.
Evenly distribute the buffalo chicken filling over the buns, then top with shredded cheese.
Add the top half of the buns to close each sandwich.
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Brush generously over the tops of the buns 🧈
Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 5–10 minutes or until golden brown and melty 🧀
Slice and serve warm with your favorite sides!

💡 Pro Tips:

Make-Ahead: Prep the buffalo chicken mixture up to 3 days ahead and store in the fridge. Assemble and bake fresh to avoid soggy buns.
Freezer Friendly: Freeze chicken mixture for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before assembling.
Substitutions: Swap ranch for blue cheese dressing or try provolone or Swiss cheese for a new flavor.
Serving Ideas: Serve with celery sticks, French fries, or a crisp garden salad for a full meal 🥗

📊 Nutrition Info Table:

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 slider	320	15g	25g	17g	2g	4g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.