Easy Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe

Introduction

These easy shredded Buffalo chicken sliders bring a bold, tangy flavor to bite-sized sandwiches that are perfect for game day or casual gatherings. Packed with spicy chicken and creamy cheese, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 4 oz smoked mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 12 ct package Hawaiian slider rolls
• 4 oz crumbled blue cheese
• 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds (for topping buns)
• Buffalo Chicken:
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• ⅓ cup blue cheese dressing (such as Ken’s)
• ¼ cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s Red Hot)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Hot Sauce Butter (for rolls):
• 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (such as Frank’s Red Hot)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut the slider rolls in half, separating tops and bottoms. Place them on a cookie sheet and broil on high for 1-3 minutes until lightly toasted. Transfer the toasted bottoms and tops to a parchment-lined sheet and set aside. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, blue cheese dressing, hot sauce, and smoked paprika. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
3. Step 3: Evenly layer the shredded smoked mozzarella cheese on the bottom halves of the toasted buns.
4. Step 4: Spread the Buffalo chicken mixture over the mozzarella layer on each bottom bun.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle blue cheese crumbles evenly over the chicken mixture.
6. Step 6: Place the top halves of the buns on each slider.
7. Step 7: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and hot sauce to create the Hot Sauce Butter.
8. Step 8: Using a silicone brush, generously brush the Hot Sauce Butter over the tops of the buns. Sprinkle each with white sesame seeds.
9. Step 9: Bake the sliders in the preheated oven on the parchment-lined sheet for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the tops are just toasty.

Tips & Variations

• For a milder version, reduce the amount of hot sauce and add ranch dressing instead of blue cheese dressing.
• Try adding sliced pickles or shredded lettuce for extra crunch and freshness.
• Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
• Substitute smoked mozzarella with regular mozzarella if you prefer a less smoky taste.

Storage

Store any leftover sliders wrapped tightly in foil or airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes to keep the cheese melty and the buns soft. Avoid microwaving to prevent soggy buns.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sliders and refrigerate them uncovered for up to a few hours before baking. Just add the Hot Sauce Butter and sesame seeds right before baking for best results.

What can I use if I don’t have blue cheese dressing?

You can substitute with ranch dressing for a milder flavor or use a mix of mayonnaise and a small amount of crumbled blue cheese for a similar taste and texture.

Easy Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe

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These Easy Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sliders are a perfect blend of spicy buffalo chicken, creamy blue cheese, and melted smoked mozzarella cheese, all sandwiched in soft Hawaiian slider rolls. Topped with a flavorful hot sauce butter and toasted sesame seeds, these sliders are ideal for game day, parties, or a flavorful snack.

• Author: nova
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 12 sliders 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Buffalo Chicken

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• ⅓ cup Blue cheese dressing (such as Ken’s)
• ¼ cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s Red Hot)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Cheeses and Buns

• 4 oz smoked mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 4 oz crumbled blue cheese
• 1 12 ct package Hawaiian slider rolls
• 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds (for topping buns)

Hot Sauce Butter (for rolls)

• 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (such as Frank’s Red Hot)

Instructions

1. Prepare and Toast Buns: Cut the slider rolls in half, separating the tops and bottoms. Arrange them on a cookie sheet and toast under the oven’s broiler on high for 1-3 minutes until they are lightly toasted. Transfer the toasted buns to a parchment-lined baking sheet and set them aside. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Make Buffalo Chicken Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, blue cheese dressing, hot sauce, and smoked paprika. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated into a spicy, creamy mixture.
3. Assemble Bottom Layer: Evenly layer the shredded smoked mozzarella cheese on each bottom half of the toasted buns, ensuring each slider will have a good cheesy base.
4. Add Chicken Mixture: Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the mozzarella layer on each bottom bun, distributing the filling consistently across all sliders.
5. Top with Blue Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese evenly over the chicken mixture to add a tangy, creamy bite to each slider.
6. Place Top Buns: Position the top halves of the slider rolls evenly over each assembled bottom bun to create the slider sandwiches.
7. Prepare Hot Sauce Butter: Melt the salted butter in a small bowl and whisk in the hot sauce to make a flavorful hot sauce butter mixture.
8. Brush Buns and Add Sesame Seeds: Using a silicone brush, generously brush the hot sauce butter all over the top buns and then sprinkle with white sesame seeds to add texture and extra flavor.
9. Bake Sliders: Place the sliders on the parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the buns are just toasty and the cheese has fully melted, creating a deliciously warm and gooey slider.

Notes

• Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the heat level of the sliders to your preference.
• If you prefer milder sliders, consider using a milder cheese dressing or less hot sauce in the chicken mixture.
• These sliders are best served warm fresh out of the oven for the best taste and texture.
• You can prepare the buffalo chicken mixture a day ahead and refrigerate it for easier assembly.
• For extra crispiness, you can briefly air fry the sliders after baking for 2-3 minutes at 375°F, but original recipe uses oven baking.

Keywords: Buffalo chicken sliders, smoked mozzarella, blue cheese, Hawaiian rolls, spicy chicken sliders, game day snacks, party appetizers, hot sauce butter