Description
Savory chicken bacon ranch sliders promise a flavor explosion that’ll make taste buds dance with delight. Packed with creamy ranch, crispy bacon, and tender chicken, these mini sandwiches deliver maximum satisfaction in every irresistible bite you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 2 lbs chicken, shredded or diced
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Bread and Binders:
- 12 slider buns
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or non-stick spray for easy cleanup.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp, then drain on paper towels and crumble into small pieces.
- Shred or dice the chicken thoroughly, ensuring uniform size for even cooking and consistent flavor distribution.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Season the chicken mixture with garlic powder, dried parsley, black pepper, and salt, mixing gently to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Slice slider buns horizontally and arrange bottom halves on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread the chicken bacon ranch mixture generously across the bottom bun halves, ensuring an even layer that covers the entire surface.
- Carefully place top bun halves over the chicken mixture, creating individual sliders.
- Melt butter and brush the tops of the slider buns, providing a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until buns are lightly toasted and the filling is heated through.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 2-3 minutes, then serve warm for maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Bacon Swaps: Select thick-cut bacon for robust flavor or turkey bacon for a leaner option without compromising taste.
- Temperature Precision: Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken mixture reaches 165°F for food safety.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare filling up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate, enhancing flavor development and streamlining meal preparation.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Replace slider buns with gluten-free alternatives or use lettuce wraps for a low-carb version that maintains delicious ranch-bacon essence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg