Description
These Buffalo Chicken Sliders offer a deliciously tangy and creamy twist on classic chicken sandwiches, using tender shredded rotisserie chicken tossed in spicy buffalo wing sauce and ranch dressing, layered with melted Monterey Jack cheese on soft King’s Hawaiian rolls. Perfect for game day snacks or casual gatherings, these sliders are baked to golden perfection with a buttery, Italian-seasoned top crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded (about 3-4 cups shredded chicken)
- ½ cup buffalo wing sauce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Rolls and Cheese
- 2 packages King’s Hawaiian rolls (12 count each)
- 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Topping
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a large baking dish or a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Mix Chicken Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken with buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Slice Rolls: Without separating the rolls entirely, use a large serrated knife to cut the rolls horizontally like a bagel, creating a top and bottom half. Place the bottom halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish, lining them closely together.
- Add Cheese and Chicken: Sprinkle half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the bottom roll layer. Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly on top of the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese over the chicken.
- Assemble Sliders: Place the top halves of the rolls gently over the cheese layer.
- Brush Butter Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the melted unsalted butter and Italian seasoning. Using a brush, evenly coat the tops of the rolls with the butter mixture to add flavor and promote browning.
- Bake Sliders: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the tops of the rolls are slightly browned and toasted.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm. For added flavor and texture, serve with coleslaw either on top of the sliders or as a side accompaniment.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor to this quick recipe.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo wing sauce based on your spice preference.
- King’s Hawaiian rolls are preferred for their soft, slightly sweet texture that complements the spicy chicken.
- These sliders can be assembled a few hours ahead and baked just before serving.
- Try adding blue cheese crumbles for an extra tangy twist.
