Description
Irresistible crack chicken sliders deliver a mouthwatering fusion of shredded chicken, cream cheese, and ranch seasoning nestled between pillowy buns. Hearty comfort meets crowd-pleasing flavors that will make you crave these delectable mini sandwiches at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups shredded chicken
- 12 slider buns
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C), ensuring proper temperature for optimal cooking.
- Create a harmonious blend of shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, crumbled bacon, ranch seasoning, mayonnaise, and sour cream in a spacious mixing bowl until ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Carefully separate slider buns into top and bottom halves, positioning bottom sections in a generously greased baking dish.
- Distribute the savory chicken mixture uniformly across the bun bases, ensuring even coverage.
- Gently reposition the top bun halves, creating a complete slider sandwich.
- Apply a lavish coating of melted butter over the bun surfaces, then delicately sprinkle with aromatic garlic powder and fresh parsley.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil, allowing the sliders to bake for 15 minutes, which helps retain moisture and develop rich flavors.
- Uncover the dish and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the bun tops to transform into a golden, crispy texture while the filling becomes delightfully bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately while warm, presenting a mouthwatering appetizer or casual meal.
Notes
- Opt for rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor to the sliders.
- Swap regular bacon with turkey bacon for a lighter, lower-fat version that’s equally delicious.
- Use gluten-free slider buns to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prepare the chicken mixture ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours to enhance the flavors and streamline meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 292 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 477 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 61 mg