Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders
These Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sliders are tender, shredded chicken tossed in tangy buffalo sauce tucked into soft mini buns, perfect for game day or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Chicken mixture
- 1.5 pounds cooked chicken breasts or thighs, shredded Juicy dark meat is richer, white meat is lighter.
- 0.5 cup hot sauce Use your favorite buffalo-style sauce.
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted Balances heat with a silky mouthfeel.
- 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise Greek yogurt makes it a healthier option.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adds warmth and depth.
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder Background savory note.
Assembly
- 12 pieces mini slider buns or dinner rolls, split and lightly toasted Soft texture makes these irresistible.
- 1 cup shredded romaine or coleslaw mix Crunch and freshness cut through the heat.
- 0.5 cup crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar Choose blue for classic buffalo, cheddar for milder comfort.
- optional sliced pickles, thinly sliced celery, or extra hot sauce for drizzling Add for extra flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- If your chicken is cold, shred it and warm it in a skillet over medium heat with a tablespoon of olive oil until it is heated through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the hot sauce, melted butter, Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Taste and adjust heat.
- Pour the sauce over the shredded chicken in the skillet. Stir until every strand is coated and glossy.
- Lightly butter the insides of the slider buns and toast them in a skillet or oven until golden and slightly crisp.
- Place a handful of shredded romaine or coleslaw on the bottom bun, add a generous scoop of buffalo chicken, sprinkle with blue cheese or cheddar, and top with pickles or celery if using. Cap with the top bun.
- Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.
Notes
For a mild version, mix half hot sauce and half barbecue sauce. For crunch, add a slaw with lime juice and honey. Use shredded rotisserie chicken to save time.