Avocado Ranch Chicken Sliders Delight
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these juicy, grilled Avocado Ranch Chicken Sliders! Perfectly seasoned ground chicken is grilled to perfection and topped with a creamy avocado-ranch sauce and crispy bacon bits, all nestled between soft, buttery slider buns. Ideal for lunch, quick snacks, or game day gatherings, these sliders are not only delicious but also effortless to whip up. Serve them with fresh lettuce and ripe tomatoes for a refreshing burst of flavor that will impress family and friends alike!
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
extra virgin olive oil
to drizzle (for herb-infused flavor)
bacon
6 slices (chopped and cooked until crispy)
ground chicken breast
1.5 lbs (freshly ground for optimal flavor)
shallots
3 (grated)
hot sauce
1 tablespoon (to enhance flavor with spice)
poultry seasoning
2 tablespoons (for added flavor)
salt
to taste (for seasoning)
pepper
to taste (freshly cracked)
avocado
1 (peeled and pitted)
Greek yogurt
1.5 cups (for creaminess)
lemon
1 (juiced for freshness)
Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix
1 ounce (as a flavorful dressing)
slider buns
8 small (or Hawaiian rolls, for serving)
butter
to taste (for toasting buns)
lettuce leaf
8 pieces (for fresh topping)
plum tomatoes
2 (thinly sliced)
Instructions
1
Preheat your outdoor grill or a griddle pan to medium-high heat.
2
In a skillet, drizzle extra virgin olive oil and add the chopped bacon. Cook the bacon over medium-high heat until it's crispy, about 5 minutes. Once cooked, drain it on paper towels and let it cool before dicing into small pieces.
3
While the bacon is cooking, combine the ground chicken in a large mixing bowl. Grate the shallots directly into the bowl, then add hot sauce, poultry seasoning, a pinch of salt, and plenty of freshly cracked pepper. Gently fold in the cooked and diced bacon, blending the mixture well.
4
Form the chicken mixture into 8 slider patties, each measuring about 2.5 to 3 inches wide. Lightly drizzle olive oil over the patties to keep them moist during grilling.
5
Grill the patties for about 8 to 10 minutes, turning them once midway, or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
6
While the sliders are grilling, preheat your broiler. Place the avocado in a food processor along with the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and the Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix. Process until smooth and creamy.
7
Butter the slider buns generously and arrange them on a baking sheet. Toast the buns under the broiler until they are golden brown.
8
Assemble each slider by placing a grilled chicken patty on a toasted bun, then top it with a lettuce leaf, slices of fresh tomato, and a generous dollop of avocado-ranch sauce. Finish off with another bun half on top. Enjoy your sliders warm!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Avocado Ranch Chicken Sliders Delight?
They are juicy, grilled ground chicken sliders topped with a creamy avocado-ranch sauce and crispy bacon bits, served on buttery buns.
How many sliders does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 8 slider patties.
What type of chicken should I use?
The recipe calls for 1.5 lbs of freshly ground chicken breast for optimal flavor.
How is the bacon prepared for these sliders?
Six slices of bacon are chopped, cooked until crispy in extra virgin olive oil, and then folded into the chicken mixture.
What ingredients are in the avocado-ranch sauce?
The sauce is made from avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix.
How do you prepare the shallots for the meat?
The 3 shallots should be grated directly into the mixing bowl with the ground chicken.
How long do you grill the chicken patties?
Grill the patties for about 8 to 10 minutes, turning once midway.
What temperature should the grill be?
The grill or griddle pan should be preheated to medium-high heat.
How do you ensure the chicken patties stay moist?
Lightly drizzle olive oil over the patties before grilling to help keep them moist.
What is the best way to toast the slider buns?
Butter the buns generously and toast them under a broiler until golden brown.
What kind of yogurt is used in the sauce?
The recipe uses 1.5 cups of Greek yogurt for a creamy and tangy texture.
How big should the slider patties be?
Each slider patty should be formed to measure about 2.5 to 3 inches wide.
Are there any spicy elements in this recipe?
Yes, one tablespoon of hot sauce is added to the chicken mixture to enhance flavor and spice.
What seasonings are added to the ground chicken?
The chicken is seasoned with poultry seasoning, salt, freshly cracked pepper, and hot sauce.
What toppings are recommended for assembly?
The sliders are topped with fresh lettuce leaves, thinly sliced plum tomatoes, and the avocado-ranch sauce.
Can I use Hawaiian rolls for this recipe?
Yes, Hawaiian rolls are suggested as a great alternative to standard slider buns.
How is the avocado-ranch sauce mixed?
The ingredients are processed in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
What type of tomatoes should I use?
The recipe recommends using 2 thinly sliced plum tomatoes.
How much poultry seasoning is needed?
Two tablespoons of poultry seasoning are used to flavor the chicken meat.
What provides the freshness in the sauce?
The juice of one lemon is used to add freshness to the avocado-ranch mixture.
Do I need to cook the bacon before adding it to the chicken?
Yes, the bacon must be cooked and diced before being blended into the ground chicken.
Is this recipe suitable for game day?
Absolutely, these sliders are ideal for game day gatherings, snacks, or lunch.
What oil is best for cooking the bacon?
Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for cooking the bacon and drizzling the patties.
How many shallots are required?
The recipe requires 3 shallots.
What specific ranch seasoning is used?
The recipe calls for 1 ounce of Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix.
Should the patties be chilled before grilling?
The instructions do not require chilling; you can grill them immediately after forming.
How many lettuce leaves are needed?
Eight pieces of lettuce leaf are used, one for each slider.
Can I use a different citrus besides lemon?
The recipe specifies lemon for its fresh flavor, though lime could be a common substitute for avocado dishes.
How do I assemble the final slider?
Place a patty on a toasted bun, add lettuce and tomato, then a dollop of sauce and the top bun.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is described as an effortless and delicious recipe to whip up.