Quick Buffalo Chicken Sliders

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Buffalo chicken sliders. Takes 27 minutes. Makes 12 sliders. Great for parties.
Clare Greco
Updated on Tue, 04 Feb 2025 18:42:59 GMT
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Transform buffalo wing flavors into easy-to-eat sliders perfect for game day or quick dinners. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, these sliders combine shredded chicken, creamy buffalo sauce, and melted cheese in perfectly portable form.

Essential Elements

Hawaiian rolls provide sweet base

Rotisserie chicken ensures quick prep

Frank's wing sauce adds classic flavor

Fresh mozzarella creates perfect melt

Cream cheese adds richness

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Celery adds traditional crunch

Creating Slider Magic

Cut rolls horizontally, keeping connected.

Mix cream cheese with seasonings and chicken.

Layer filling and cheese on roll base.

Brush tops with seasoned butter.

Cook until golden and melted.

Slice into individual portions.

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Perfect Serving Ideas

Serve sliders with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping. Create a game day spread with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and extra buffalo sauce. For parties, keep warm in a covered dish.

Flavorful Variations

Adjust spice level by varying hot sauce amount

Use cauliflower for vegetarian version

Add different cheese combinations

Incorporate ranch seasoning to filling

Storage Success

Store assembled sliders covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze individual portions wrapped well. Reheat in microwave, air fryer (370°F for 5 minutes), or oven (350°F for 5-7 minutes covered).

Make-Ahead Tips

Prepare filling day before and refrigerate

Assemble sliders without butter topping

Store covered until ready to bake

Add butter topping just before heating

Professional Guidelines

Use connected rolls for easy assembly

Grate cheese fresh for better melting

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Let rest briefly before cutting

Watch carefully when reheating

These buffalo chicken sliders combine classic wing flavors with convenient preparation, perfect for any gathering or quick meal.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Make ahead?
Prepare filling day ahead, assemble and bake next day.
→ Best way to reheat?
Air fryer 370°F 5 minutes for crispy results.
→ How to store?
Keep refrigerated 4-5 days in airtight container.
→ Too spicy?
Reduce amount of wing sauce to taste.
→ Chicken options?
Rotisserie chicken works best for convenience.

Easy Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Warm sliders filled with spicy buffalo chicken, cream cheese, and melted mozzarella on sweet Hawaiian rolls.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
12 Minutes
Total Time
27 Minutes

Category: Delicious Snacks

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 12 Servings (12 sliders)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Base

01 1 package Hawaiian sweet rolls (12 count)
02 3 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

→ Filling

03 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 4 green onions, chopped
05 1/3 cup finely diced celery
06 1/2 cup Frank's Wing sauce
07 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
08 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)

→ Seasonings

09 1 tablespoon dried parsley
10 1 teaspoon garlic powder
11 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
12 1/2 teaspoon pepper

→ Topping

13 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
14 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
15 Chopped chives (optional)

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 375°F. Cut rolls horizontally, keeping them connected.

Step 02

Mix cream cheese, vegetables, seasonings, and hot sauce. Fold in chicken and mozzarella.

Step 03

Spread filling on bottom bun layer, add blue cheese, top with upper buns.

Step 04

Brush with seasoned butter. Bake 10-12 minutes until brown and heated.

Notes

  1. Can make filling ahead
  2. Stores 4-5 days refrigerated
  3. Multiple reheating options

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x13 baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Serrated knife
  • Pastry brush

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy
  • Contains wheat

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: ~
  • Total Fat: ~
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: ~