Crack Chicken Sliders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser! These bite-sized sandwiches are packed with creamy, cheesy chicken flavored with ranch seasoning and crispy bacon, all piled onto soft slider buns and baked to golden perfection.
Perfect for game days, parties, or a quick dinner, these sliders are irresistibly delicious and incredibly easy to make.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish (9×13-inch works well)
- Whisk or fork
- Small saucepan
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
For the Sliders
- 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp poppy seeds (optional)
Directions
- Prepare the Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, ranch seasoning, and green onions (if using). Mix until well combined.
- Assemble the Sliders
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the slider buns in half horizontally (keeping the tops and bottoms intact).
- Place the bottom halves of the buns in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the bun bottoms, then place the tops of the buns over the filling.
- Make the Butter Topping
- In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in garlic powder, parsley, and poppy seeds (if using).
- Bake the Sliders
- Brush the butter mixture generously over the tops of the buns.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
- Serve
- Remove the sliders from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Total Time
35 minutes
Nutrition (Per Slider – Serves 12)
- Calories: 260
- Protein: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 16g
- Sugar: 3g
Expert Tips
- Shredded Chicken Tip: Use a hand mixer to shred cooked chicken quickly and easily.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the filling and assemble the sliders up to 24 hours in advance. Store covered in the refrigerator and bake when ready to serve.
- Serving Idea: Pair with a side of crispy fries or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
FAQs
Can I use canned chicken?
Yes, canned chicken works in a pinch, but freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken is recommended for the best flavor.
Can I freeze Crack Chicken Sliders?
Absolutely! Assemble the sliders without the butter topping, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, add the butter topping, and bake as directed.
Can I make these without bacon?
Yes, you can omit the bacon for a bacon-free version, and they’ll still be delicious.
Storing & Reheating
- Storage: Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes, or until warmed through.
Substitutions & Variations
- Cheese: Swap cheddar for mozzarella, pepper jack, or a cheese blend.
- Buns: Use pretzel buns, brioche, or whole wheat rolls for a different flavor.
- Spicy Variation: Add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the chicken mixture for extra kick.
Crack Chicken Sliders
Equipment
- - Mixing bowl
- - Baking dish (9x13-inch works well)
- - Whisk or fork
- - Small saucepan
- - Pastry brush
Ingredients
- #### For the Filling
- - 3 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie chicken works great!
- - 8 oz cream cheese softened
- - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- - 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- - 1 packet 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
- - 1/4 cup chopped green onions optional
- #### For the Sliders
- - 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
- - 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- - 1 tsp garlic powder
- - 1 tsp dried parsley
- - 1/2 tsp poppy seeds optional
Instructions
- **Prepare the Filling**
- - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, ranch seasoning, and green onions (if using). Mix until well combined.
- **Assemble the Sliders**
- - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- - Slice the slider buns in half horizontally (keeping the tops and bottoms intact).
- - Place the bottom halves of the buns in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- - Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the bun bottoms, then place the tops of the buns over the filling.
- **Make the Butter Topping**
- - In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in garlic powder, parsley, and poppy seeds (if using).
- **Bake the Sliders**
- - Brush the butter mixture generously over the tops of the buns.
- - Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- - Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
- **Serve**
- - Remove the sliders from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.
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