Hey everyone! Let me tell you, weeknights can be tough, right? Between work, kids, and everything else, finding the time to make a delicious and healthy dinner can feel impossible. That’s why I’m obsessed with these Buffalo Chicken Sliders. They’re quick to throw together, packed with flavor, and a guilt-free way to satisfy those buffalo wing cravings. Trust me, even the pickiest eaters will devour them!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My love affair with Buffalo Chicken Sliders started during a chaotic Super Bowl party years ago. I was tasked with bringing an appetizer, and after scouring Pinterest, landed on a slider recipe. Everyone went wild for them! Now, they’re my go-to for casual get-togethers and weeknight dinners, a little taste of that fun, carefree party in everyday life. They’re just…comforting in a spicy, tangy, delicious way.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
For the Sliders:
- 12 slider buns or small rolls
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing)
- Optional toppings: chopped celery, shredded lettuce, sliced green onions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker. In a bowl, whisk together hot sauce, water, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Cook the Chicken: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is easily shredded with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat it well with the sauce.
- Make the Cream Cheese Spread: In a small bowl, mix together softened cream cheese and ranch (or blue cheese) dressing until smooth.
- Assemble the Sliders: Slice the slider buns in half. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on the bottom halves of the buns.
- Add Filling: Spoon the buffalo chicken onto the cream cheese-covered buns. Top with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Place the assembled sliders onto a baking sheet. Brush the tops of the buns with melted butter. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and add your desired toppings (celery, lettuce, green onions). Serve warm and enjoy!
Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Quick, healthy, and flavorful Buffalo Chicken Sliders are perfect for weeknight dinners and casual gatherings. Shredded chicken is slow-cooked in a spicy buffalo sauce, then served on slider buns with a creamy spread and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker. In a bowl, whisk together hot sauce, water, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup hot sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Cook the Chicken: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is easily shredded with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat it well with the sauce.
- Make the Cream Cheese Spread: In a small bowl, mix together softened cream cheese and ranch (or blue cheese) dressing until smooth.4 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- Assemble the Sliders: Slice the slider buns in half. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on the bottom halves of the buns.12 slider buns or small rolls
- Add Filling: Spoon the buffalo chicken onto the cream cheese-covered buns. Top with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Bake: Place the assembled sliders onto a baking sheet. Brush the tops of the buns with melted butter. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.2 tablespoons butter
- Serve: Remove from oven and add your desired toppings (celery, lettuce, green onions). Serve warm and enjoy!Optional toppings: chopped celery, shredded lettuce, sliced green onions