Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders with Creamy Blue Cheese
These mouthwatering Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders are perfect for game day, parties, or a tasty lunch! Made with tender, shredded chicken coated in a zesty hot sauce and topped with rich blue cheese and crunchy cucumber, these sliders pack a flavorful punch. Served on mini buns, they are easy to assemble and even easier to devour. Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of hot sauce, and don’t forget to whip up a delicious creamy blue cheese dip for the ultimate dipper experience. Feel free to use leftover shredded chicken or grab a rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut. Everyone will love these sliders!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Shredded Chicken
18 ounces (Cooked and shredded)
Butter
1 tablespoon (Melted)
Hot Sauce
1 cup (Recommended: Frank's Hot Sauce)
Blue Cheese
1/2 cup (Crumble for topping, more if desired)
Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing
1/2 cup (Recommended: The Ultimate Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe #496034 or Marie's Chunky)
Seedless Cucumber
1/2 (Sliced thin for topping)
Celery Ribs
2 (Sliced into sticks for dipping)
Green Onions
3 (Sliced thinly for garnish)
Mini Slider Buns
8 (Can use standard 4 size buns)
Instructions
1
Begin by shredding the precooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2
In a large skillet over low heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
3
Stir in 1 cup of hot sauce, mixing well until combined with the melted butter.
4
Add the shredded chicken to the skillet, thoroughly tossing it in the hot sauce mixture. Allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.
5
Cover the skillet and let the mixture simmer on low for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. If it becomes too juicy, remove the lid to achieve a thicker sauce consistency.
6
While the chicken is simmering, prepare the slider buns by slicing them in half. Lay the bottom half of each bun on a serving platter.
7
Top each bun with sliced cucumbers and a sprinkle of green onions.
8
Add crumbled blue cheese and a generous dollop of blue cheese dressing on top.
9
Spoon the hot, saucy chicken mixture over the toppings, ensuring to distribute evenly.
10
Place the top half of the buns on each slider, pressing down slightly to secure the ingredients.
11
For a refreshing side, serve with celery sticks and extra blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders?
These are mini sandwiches featuring shredded chicken tossed in a zesty hot sauce, topped with blue cheese, cucumbers, and green onions.
How much chicken do I need for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 18 ounces of cooked and shredded chicken.
Can I use rotisserie chicken for these sliders?
Yes, using a rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut for this recipe.
What type of hot sauce is recommended?
Frank's Hot Sauce is the recommended choice for these buffalo sliders.
How do I make the buffalo sauce base?
Melt one tablespoon of butter in a skillet over low heat and stir in one cup of hot sauce until well combined.
How long should the chicken simmer in the sauce?
The chicken should simmer on low heat for 30 minutes to allow it to absorb the flavors.
What if the buffalo chicken mixture is too juicy?
If the mixture has too much liquid, remove the lid while simmering to help the sauce thicken.
How many sliders does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to make 8 mini sliders.
Can I use regular-sized buns instead of mini buns?
Yes, you can substitute the 8 mini slider buns with 4 standard-sized buns.
What toppings are included in these sliders?
The sliders are topped with sliced seedless cucumber, green onions, crumbled blue cheese, and blue cheese dressing.
Why is cucumber used on these sliders?
Thinly sliced seedless cucumbers provide a refreshing, crunchy contrast to the spicy buffalo sauce.
What kind of blue cheese dressing should I use?
Marie's Chunky or a high-quality creamy blue cheese dressing recipe is recommended.
How do I prepare the green onions?
The green onions should be sliced thinly to be used as a garnish for the sliders.
What are some good side dishes for these sliders?
Celery sticks and extra blue cheese dressing for dipping are excellent refreshing sides.
Can I adjust the heat level of the recipe?
Yes, you can customize the spiciness by adjusting the amount of hot sauce used in the chicken mixture.
What occasions are these sliders best for?
They are perfect for game day, parties, snacks, or a tasty lunch.
Should the chicken be warm when assembled?
Yes, you should spoon the hot, saucy chicken mixture directly over the bun toppings during assembly.
How do I prevent the sliders from falling apart?
After placing the top bun on the slider, press down slightly to help secure the ingredients in place.
Is there butter in the recipe?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of butter is used to create the base for the buffalo sauce.
How should I cut the celery?
The celery ribs should be sliced into sticks for easy dipping.
Is the cucumber peeled or seedless?
The recipe specifies using a seedless cucumber sliced thin for the topping.
Can I prepare the chicken in advance?
Yes, the chicken is shredded and then simmered for 30 minutes, which can be done ahead of the final assembly.
What is the primary protein in this dish?
Shredded chicken is the primary protein source for these sliders.
Is there a specific way to layer the sliders?
Start with the bottom bun, add cucumbers, green onions, blue cheese, blue cheese dressing, and then the saucy chicken.
What makes these sliders 'creamy'?
The combination of blue cheese crumbles and a dollop of blue cheese dressing adds a rich, creamy texture.
How many green onions do I need?
The recipe calls for 3 green onions to be sliced for garnish.
Can I make a larger batch for a crowd?
Yes, you can easily double or triple the ingredients to accommodate a larger group for a party.
How much blue cheese is needed?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of crumbled blue cheese for the topping.
Is the chicken precooked?
Yes, the recipe requires the chicken to be precooked before it is shredded and added to the skillet.
How should I serve the blue cheese dressing?
It is used both as a topping on the sliders and served on the side for dipping the celery sticks.