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Irresistible Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders That Will Steal the Show

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Learn how to make delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

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  • 12 slider buns or small sandwich rolls (soft and slightly sweet work best)
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut)
  • 8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing (homemade or your favorite brand)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, adds a subtle smoky depth)
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish and a pop of color)
  • Optional: sliced pickles or jalapeños for a bit of zing

Substitution tips: If you’d rather skip bacon, smoked turkey bacon or crispy tempeh can work. For a dairy-free ranch, try a vegan ranch dressing or a simple mix of mayo, lemon juice, and herbs. And if slider buns aren’t handy, mini brioche buns or even Hawaiian rolls add a lovely sweetness.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking dish or sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Slice your slider buns in half horizontally, keeping them connected if you like (makes pulling apart easier after baking).
  3. In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped bacon, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix gently until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Place the bottom halves of the slider buns in the baking dish, close together but not overlapping.
  5. Spoon the chicken bacon ranch mixture evenly over the buns, spreading it out like Mama Lu spreading blackberry jam on fresh cornbread.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the chicken mixture.
  7. Place the top halves of the buns on the sliders, pressing gently to compact.
  8. Brush the melted butter over the tops of the buns. This step is key — it gives you a golden, soft crust that reminds me of those buttery biscuits Mama Lu used to bake on Sunday mornings.
  9. Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the sliders are warmed through.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the tops slightly.
  11. Once out of the oven, sprinkle chopped parsley over the sliders for a fresh finish.
  12. Let the sliders sit for 5 minutes before serving. This little rest helps the flavors settle, just like letting a stew simmer in Mama Lu’s kitchen.

Find it online: https://claracooking.com/chicken-bacon-ranch-sliders/