Description
Juicy chicken nestled between mini buns, this Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders recipe delivers irresistible flavor in one perfect bite. Crispy bacon, creamy ranch, and melted cheese combine for a crowd-pleasing appetizer you’ll want to share at every gathering.
Ingredients
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Main Protein Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Cheese and Dairy Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Bread and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 12 slider buns or dinner rolls
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a 350F (175C) oven and lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create a flavorful filling by combining shredded chicken, crispy crumbled bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and tangy ranch dressing in a mixing bowl. Incorporate salt and pepper to enhance the taste profile.
- Carefully slice slider buns horizontally, creating a top and bottom layer. Arrange the bottom halves in the prepared baking dish, ensuring even coverage.
- Generously distribute the chicken-bacon mixture across the bottom bun layer, creating a uniform spread that reaches all edges.
- Gently place the top bun halves over the filling, creating compact mini sandwiches.
- Craft a savory butter glaze by whisking melted butter with garlic powder and dried parsley until thoroughly combined.
- Meticulously brush the butter mixture over the slider tops, ensuring complete and even coverage for maximum flavor and golden-brown appearance.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes, trapping moisture and heat.
- Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 5-7 minutes until the tops turn a rich golden brown and cheese becomes perfectly melted.
- Allow sliders to rest for a few minutes after removing from the oven, then slice into individual portions and serve while warm.
Notes
- Customize the filling by adding diced jalapeños or green onions for extra flavor and a spicy kick.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker and more convenient preparation method.
- Swap regular ranch dressing with a lighter Greek yogurt-based ranch for a healthier alternative.
- Prepare sliders ahead of time and refrigerate before baking to make meal prep easier for busy days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-22 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 298 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg