Buffalo Chicken Ranch Sliders

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These sliders are everything you love about buffalo wings and ranch dip—wrapped up in a warm, cheesy sandwich. They’re quick to make, great for game day, parties, or family dinners, and easy to prepare in advance. The perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and texture makes them a guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
• Buffalo sauce
• Ranch dressing
• Slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
• Shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• Butter (melted)
• Garlic powder (optional)
• Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and ranch dressing until fully coated.
3. Slice the slider buns in half horizontally, keeping the bottoms and tops intact.
4. Place the bottom halves in the baking dish.
5. Evenly spread the buffalo chicken mixture over the buns.
6. Sprinkle cheese on top of the chicken.
7. Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese.
8. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder if using.
9. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 5–7 minutes, until cheese is melted and tops are golden.
10. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Slice and serve warm.

Servings and timing

Makes 12 sliders.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20–25 minutes
Total time: 30–35 minutes

Variations

• Extra spicy: Add sliced jalapeños or more buffalo sauce.
• Blue cheese lovers: Swap ranch for blue cheese dressing or sprinkle crumbles on top.
• Low-carb option: Serve the chicken filling in lettuce wraps.
• Cheesy overload: Add a second layer of cheese before placing the top buns.
• Protein boost: Use Greek yogurt ranch or mix in a scoop of unflavored protein powder into the chicken mixture.

Storage/Reheating

Store in an airtight container:

• In the refrigerator for up to 3 days
  To reheat, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes or microwave individual sliders for 30–45 seconds.
  Not recommended for freezing, as buns may become soggy.

FAQs

Can I use canned chicken?

Yes, but drain it well and shred it before mixing with the sauce.

What’s the best buffalo sauce to use?

Any store-bought buffalo wing sauce works, or you can make your own with hot sauce and melted butter.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, assemble them and refrigerate before baking. Bake when ready to serve.

Can I use a different cheese?

Absolutely! Try provolone, pepper jack, or Monterey Jack for a twist.

Are these spicy?

They have a mild to medium heat level depending on the buffalo sauce used.

Can I use ranch seasoning instead of dressing?

Yes, mix ranch seasoning into sour cream or Greek yogurt for a similar flavor.

Do I need to cover the sliders with foil?

Covering helps melt the cheese and prevent the tops from browning too quickly.

Can I use leftover grilled chicken?

Yes, any cooked and shredded chicken will work.

What sides go well with these sliders?

Serve with celery sticks, coleslaw, sweet potato fries, or a green salad.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Use gluten-free slider buns and check that your buffalo sauce and ranch are gluten-free.

Conclusion

Buffalo Chicken Ranch Sliders are a spicy, cheesy, and irresistible dish perfect for parties, game nights, or an easy weeknight dinner. With simple ingredients and big flavor, these mini sandwiches are sure to disappear fast. Make a batch, serve them hot, and watch them become everyone’s new favorite snack!

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Buffalo Chicken Ranch Sliders are spicy, cheesy mini sandwiches filled with shredded buffalo chicken, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheese, all baked to perfection on soft slider buns.

• Author: Laura
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 12 sliders
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

• 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
• 1/3 cup ranch dressing
• 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
• 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and ranch dressing until fully coated.
3. Slice slider buns in half horizontally, keeping tops and bottoms intact.
4. Place the bottom halves in the prepared baking dish.
5. Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the buns.
6. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken.
7. Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese.
8. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle garlic powder if using.
9. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5–7 minutes until tops are golden and cheese is melted.
10. Garnish with parsley, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

• Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
• Adjust buffalo sauce amount for desired spice level.
• Can be assembled ahead of time and baked when ready to serve.
• Covering with foil helps prevent over-browning while melting the cheese.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slider
• Calories: 230
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 520mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 16g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 15g
• Cholesterol: 45mg