Why Make This Recipe
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a perfect dish for game days, parties, or a quick dinner. They’re easy to make, full of flavor, and always a crowd-pleaser. These sliders combine tender chicken drenched in spicy buffalo sauce with gooey melted cheese, all tucked inside soft slider buns. They bring a delicious kick and are great as finger food!
How to Make Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Ingredients:
- Slider buns
- Shredded chicken
- Frank’s hot buffalo sauce
- Cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Butter (for brushing)
- Salt and pepper
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken and buffalo sauce.
- Place slider buns on a baking sheet.
- Fill each bun with the buffalo chicken mixture and top with cheese.
- Brush the tops of the buns with melted butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the buns are golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
How to Serve Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Serve the sliders warm right out of the oven. They are great on their own, but you can also add some ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping. Adding celery sticks or carrot sticks on the side also complements the flavors well.
How to Store Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
If you have leftovers, you can store the sliders in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.
Tips to Make Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option. Just shred the chicken and mix it with the buffalo sauce.
- Adjust the level of heat by adding more or less buffalo sauce according to your taste.
- Try adding vegetables like diced celery or green onions to the chicken mixture for added crunch.
Variation
You can make these sliders even more interesting by adding toppings like jalapeños, crispy bacon, or avocado slices for extra flavor and texture.
FAQs
1. Can I use a different type of sauce?
Yes! You can use any hot sauce you like. Just be mindful that it will change the flavor profile.
2. Can I make these sliders ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the chicken mixture and fill the buns, then store them in the fridge. Bake them just before serving.
3. Are these sliders spicy?
They can be spicy depending on how much buffalo sauce you use. You can adjust the spice level to fit your preference!
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Description
Delicious sliders filled with tender chicken in spicy buffalo sauce and gooey melted cheese, perfect for game days or parties.
Ingredients
- Slider buns
- Shredded chicken
- Frank’s hot buffalo sauce
- Cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Butter (for brushing)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken and buffalo sauce.
- Place slider buns on a baking sheet.
- Fill each bun with the buffalo chicken mixture and top with cheese.
- Brush the tops of the buns with melted butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the buns are golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing and fresh vegetable sticks for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.