Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders are small sandwiches with hot, tangy chicken and melted cheese. They cook fast and taste bold. You can make many sliders at once for a party or a quick family meal.
Why make this recipe
Make this recipe when you want a tasty, easy snack or meal. The sliders are simple to bake and fit many tastes. If you like buffalo flavor, try a related buffalo chicken salad recipe as a side to balance the heat.
How to prepare Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
You can use cooked, shredded chicken to save time. Toss the chicken with Frank’s hot buffalo sauce, put it on small buns, add cheese, and bake until warm. This method keeps the sliders juicy and melty.
Ingredients:
- Slider buns
- Shredded chicken
- Frank’s hot buffalo sauce
- Cheese (e.g., cheddar or pepper jack)
- Butter (optional for brushing buns)
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken with Frank’s hot buffalo sauce until well coated.
- Slice slider buns in half and place the bottom halves on a baking sheet.
- Top the bottom halves with the buffalo chicken mixture and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese.
- If desired, brush melted butter over the top of the buns.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the sliders are heated through.
- Serve warm.
How to serve Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Serve warm from the oven. Add celery sticks or carrot sticks on the side for crunch. Offer ranch or blue cheese sauce for dipping. These sliders go well with a cold drink or a green salad.
How to store Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Cool sliders to room temperature. Put them in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, or until hot. Do not leave them out at room temp more than 2 hours.
Tips to make Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders perfectly
- Use warm, cooked shredded chicken for quick prep.
- Taste and add more buffalo sauce if you want more heat.
- Use pepper jack for more spice or cheddar for milder flavor.
- Brush tops with butter for a golden look.
- Do not overload the buns with chicken to keep them easy to eat.
Variations (if possible)
- Add chopped green onions or pickles for crunch.
- Mix in a little ranch or blue cheese to the chicken for creamier sliders.
- Make them on full-size buns for larger sandwiches.
- Use grilled chicken for a smoky note.
FAQ
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble and cover in the fridge. Bake when ready, adding a few extra minutes if cold.
Q: Can I use another hot sauce?
A: Yes. Use any hot sauce you like, but Frank’s gives a classic buffalo taste.
Q: Are these spicy for kids?
A: They can be. Use less buffalo sauce or mix with a little mayo to lower the heat.
Q: Can I freeze the sliders?
A: You can freeze assembled but unbaked sliders. Wrap well and freeze up to 1 month. Bake from frozen, adding extra time.
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders
- Diet: None
Description
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders are bold, tangy sandwiches filled with juicy buffalo chicken and melted cheese, perfect for parties or quick family meals.
Ingredients
- Slider buns
- Shredded chicken
- Frank’s hot buffalo sauce
- Cheese (e.g., cheddar or pepper jack)
- Butter (optional for brushing buns)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken with Frank’s hot buffalo sauce until well coated.
- Slice slider buns in half and place the bottom halves on a baking sheet.
- Top the bottom halves with the buffalo chicken mixture and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese.
- If desired, brush melted butter over the top of the buns.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the sliders are heated through.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Serve with celery sticks or carrot sticks and ranch or blue cheese sauce for dipping. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American