Description
Chicken bacon ranch sliders deliver a mouthwatering melody of classic flavors in one irresistible bite. Crispy chicken, smoky bacon, and creamy ranch sauce nestled between golden slider buns promise a crowd-pleasing treat you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs ground chicken
- 8 slices bacon
- 12 slider buns
Seasonings and Flavoring:
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Toppings and Binding:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and optimal slider preparation.
- Crisp the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until golden and perfectly rendered, then drain on paper towels and crumble into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, mixing thoroughly to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Incorporate the beaten egg and shredded cheddar cheese into the chicken mixture, which will help bind the ingredients and create a moist, cohesive slider patty.
- Gently form the mixture into 12 small, uniform patties, taking care not to overwork the meat to maintain a tender texture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side to develop a golden-brown crust.
- Transfer the seared patties to the prepared baking sheet and finish cooking in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the sliders are baking, slice the slider buns and lightly toast them for added texture and warmth.
- Once cooked, place the chicken bacon sliders on the toasted buns and drizzle with ranch dressing.
- Garnish with freshly chopped chives for a burst of color and additional flavor, then serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Swap ground chicken with ground turkey for a leaner protein option that maintains similar texture and flavor profile.
- Gluten-free modification works perfectly by using gluten-free breadcrumbs and ensuring ranch seasoning is certified gluten-free.
- Meal prep hack involves making patties ahead and freezing between parchment paper layers for quick weeknight dinners.
- Enhance moisture by adding a tablespoon of Greek yogurt to the chicken mixture, preventing potential dryness during cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg