They have a spicy and tangy flavor, are convenient and simple to bring together, making them a popular choice for game day parties or casual get togethers. Much like my Cheeseburger Sliders, Philly Cheesesteak Sliders and my Cuban Sliders. Sliders are always a great go-to option and my buffalo chicken sliders take everything you love about buffalo chicken dip and pack it into a bite-sized irresistible sandwich. Each bite is bursting with flavor and I know you’re going to love them!
Shredded chicken: you’ll need ~ 3 1/2 cups chicken, I typically just use a store bought rotisserie chicken for ease and convenience but I have also made my roasted chicken and used that too! Any leftover chicken, unless seasoned with something that will clash with these buffalo flavors or has a sauce on it, will work great! Buffalo sauce: you can either make a homemade buffalo sauce or you can buy a bottled buffalo sauce such as Frank’s. Ranch dressing: this adds a creaminess to the chicken and also helps to mellow out the heat so it’s not overly spicy. Honey: this is a fun and unique spin on buffalo chicken but the addition of honey really enhances the flavors and gives a nice well rounded flavor to the sliders. The hint of sweetness really helps counterbalance all of the tangy and spicy notes. Mozzarella cheese and Parmesan: I love using a combination of both. Be sure to use freshly grated cheese, and not the pre-shredded bagged cheese, because it melts better (and tastes better in my opinion!). Slider buns: I usually use King’s Hawaiian Rolls; these sweet and fluffy rolls provide the perfect base for your sliders. But any 12 count dinner roll works well. Other ingredients needed: garlic, pepper, butter, Italian seasoning and garlic salt.
Variations and Tips
Cheese Options: Change up the cheese; blue cheese crumbles, shredded cheddar, or pepper jack cheese are popular choices that complement the buffalo chicken nicely. Layer Ingredients Evenly: When assembling the sliders, make sure to distribute the ingredients evenly. Each bite should have a balanced mix of chicken and cheese. Dressings and Toppings: Serve the buffalo chicken sliders with creamy dressings such as blue cheese or ranch to balance out the heat. And add fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato slices, or red onion for extra crunch and flavor. Serve with Extras: serve with celery sticks, carrot sticks, or pickles for a refreshing contrast to the spicy flavors. Offer extra buffalo sauce on the side for dipping for those who like it extra hot. Double Batch: Consider making a double batch of buffalo chicken sliders, as they tend to disappear quickly! They’re perfect for feeding a crowd or for enjoying leftovers the next day.
Storage and Reheating
My Buffalo Chicken sliders are best served fresh, but if you do have leftovers, store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven at 325°F for about 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Or zap them in the microwave, I like to heat them in 30 second intervals until warm.
