Description
These Crack Chicken Sliders are a deliciously cheesy, savory, and easy-to-make snack or meal featuring shredded chicken mixed with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, bacon, and cheddar cheese, all baked on soft Hawaiian rolls. Perfect for game day, parties, or a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Colby Jack cheese
Slider Assembly
- 1 package (12-count) Hawaiian rolls or slider buns
- ¼ cup melted butter
- Optional: 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
- Optional: 1 tsp garlic powder or ranch powder for butter topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with foil or parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Mix Chicken Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, chopped cooked bacon, and shredded cheddar or Colby Jack cheese. Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well blended and evenly distributed.
- Prepare Rolls: Slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally, keeping the tops and bottoms connected so they remain as a whole sheet for easier assembly.
- Assemble Sliders: Place the bottom halves of the rolls in the prepared baking dish. Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the bottom halves, making sure to cover the surface thoroughly.
- Add Cheese and Top: If desired, sprinkle extra shredded cheese over the chicken mixture for added cheesiness. Then place the top halves of the rolls back on to cover the filling.
- Butter Topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder or ranch powder as preferred. Brush this seasoned butter mixture generously over the tops of the rolls to create a flavorful crust when baked.
- Bake Sliders: Bake the assembled sliders in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the tops of the rolls turn golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Rest and Slice: Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the slider block rest for about 5 minutes to set. After resting, slice into individual sliders meaningfully using a sharp knife.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the sliders with chopped green onions if desired. Serve warm and enjoy the rich, cheesy, and savory flavors.
Notes
- You can use any cooked chicken, including rotisserie or leftover chicken breasts.
- Feel free to customize the cheese to your taste—Colby Jack, cheddar, or a blend works great.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
- If you don’t have Hawaiian rolls, any slider buns or small sandwich rolls can be used.
- Brush the tops with seasoned butter to enhance flavor and browning, but plain melted butter works if you prefer.
- These sliders are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven covered with foil to retain moisture.
- For a lower-fat version, consider using reduced-fat cream cheese and cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crack Chicken Sliders, cheesy chicken sliders, bacon ranch sliders, Hawaiian rolls, party sandwiches, easy game day recipe
