Description
These Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer perfect for gatherings or a quick meal. Featuring shredded chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheddar cheese all baked inside soft slider buns brushed with garlic butter, they combine comforting flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Slider Ingredients
- 12 slider buns
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup ranch dressing
Butter Topping
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent the sliders from sticking.
- Combine the Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese until the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Prepare the Slider Buns: Slice each slider bun in half horizontally and arrange the bottom halves evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Add the Filling: Spoon the chicken mixture generously over the bottom halves of the buns, spreading it out evenly to cover each one.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture to ensure a cheesy top layer.
- Place the Top Buns: Arrange the top halves of the slider buns over the cheese layer, covering the filling completely.
- Brush with Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with garlic powder and onion powder, then brush this flavorful mixture over the tops of the slider buns.
- Bake the Sliders: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the buns become lightly golden brown.
- Garnish and Cool: Remove the sliders from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before optionally garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
- Slice and Serve: Carefully slice the sliders apart and serve them warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience and flavor.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
- Make sure to grease the baking dish well to prevent sticking.
- These sliders can be prepared in advance and baked just before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven for best results.
