You need a crowd-pleaser. And you need it now.
The game is about to start. The kids are suddenly starving. Friends just texted they’re on their way over. Your life is busy, but your snack game doesn’t have to be weak. That’s where these Buffalo Chicken Sliders come in.
I live for recipes like this. Maximum flavor, minimum fuss. We’re talking juicy, tangy, spicy chicken piled on soft rolls. If you love that bold buffalo flavor, you should definitely try this Buffalo Ranch Baked Chicken for another easy, cheesy dinner. It’s the ultimate finger food that feels special but is secretly simple. Let’s get your kitchen rocking.
Recipe Overview
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Appetizer, Main Dish, Snack
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 12 sliders
Ultimate Guide to Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Why is this the only guide you need? Three words: fast, forgiving, and fantastic.
Most recipes make you cook and shred a whole chicken. Not us. We use a brilliant shortcut. We get that iconic buffalo flavor in every single bite without the long wait.
This is your new go-to for any gathering. It’s perfect football food. It’s a killer after-school snack. It’s the lifesaver you’ll pull out all year long.
Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe
The Simple Ingredients
Let’s Get Cooking! (The Step-by-Step)
Notes
Enjoy your homemade Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe!
Nutrition Information
The Simple Ingredients
I bet you have half of this in your fridge right now. That’s the beauty of it. No fancy trips to the store required.
- 1 (12-16 oz) can chunk chicken breast, drained well (or 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken!)
- 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Sauce (or your favorite brand)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional, but so good)
- 2 tbsp ranch dressing powder (from the packet)
- 12 slider rolls (like King’s Hawaiian or potato rolls)
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped celery (for crunch!)
- Extra ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
Let’s Get Cooking! (The Step-by-Step)
Ready? Set. Go. We’re out of the kitchen in 20 minutes flat. I promise.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grab a baking sheet. Line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Make the magic filling. In a medium bowl, mix the drained chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, cheddar, blue cheese (if using), and ranch powder. Stir until it’s all combined and creamy.
- Slice your rolls. Keep them connected! Slice the entire pack of slider rolls in half horizontally, so you have a top “sheet” and a bottom “sheet”. Place the bottom half on your baking sheet.
- Pile it on. Spread that delicious buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the bottom rolls. Press it down gently. Place the top “sheet” of rolls on.
- Butter up. In a small bowl, stir the melted butter and garlic powder together. Brush this garlic butter generously all over the tops of the rolls. This gives them that gorgeous, golden, flavor-packed finish. For another fantastic recipe that uses a similar garlic-parmesan butter technique, check out these Parmesan Crusted Chicken cutlets.
- Bake! Pop the baking sheet into the oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the tops are golden brown.
- Slice and serve. Use a sharp knife to cut between the rolls into individual sliders. Serve immediately with extra celery sticks and dressing for dipping!
What to Serve With This Dish
Turn these sliders into a full meal in minutes. No stress needed.
A bag of baby carrots and celery sticks with ranch is the classic move. It’s cool and crunchy against the spicy chicken.
Frozen waffle fries or sweet potato fries bake right alongside the sliders. A simple bagged salad with a vinaigrette works wonders, too. Done and done.
Make This Recipe Your Own (Quick Swaps)
Make it work for you! Here are my favorite easy swaps.
Meat Swap: Use 2 cups of leftover shredded turkey or even canned tuna in a pinch. It all works with the buffalo sauce.
Spice Level: For milder sliders, use half buffalo sauce and half ranch dressing. For more heat, add a pinch of cayenne to the filling.
Roll Swap: No slider rolls? Use hot dog buns cut in half, or even English muffins. Use what you’ve got.
How to Store Leftovers (If You Have Any!)
These sliders are best fresh. But leftovers happen.
Store any leftover sliders in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat them in the oven or a toaster oven to keep the rolls crispy. The microwave will make them soggy.
You can also make the filling up to 2 days ahead. Keep it covered in the fridge. Assemble and bake when you’re ready.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: ~220
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Note: Nutrition is an estimate and will vary with specific ingredients used.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I make these ahead of time?
Absolutely! Assemble the whole pan, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Brush with the garlic butter right before baking. You might need to add 2-3 extra minutes to the bake time since it’s starting cold.
My family hates blue cheese. What can I use?
No problem! Just leave it out. Add an extra 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese instead. The flavor will still be amazing.
Are these good for kids?
Yes! This is a great kids friendly meal. To make it milder, use the ranch dressing mix and a lighter buffalo sauce. Let them dip it in extra ranch. They’ll love the fun, handheld size. For another perfect kid-friendly, handheld chicken recipe, these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers are always a hit.
See? I told you it was easy. You just made the best appetizer on the block in less time than it takes to order pizza.
This recipe is your secret weapon. It’s for the busy nights, the spontaneous parties, and the “I need something good now” moments. You’ve got this.
Go make these Buffalo Chicken Sliders and win back your weeknight! Let me know how it goes by leaving a comment and rating below!
