Spicy buffalo chicken sliders
Introduction
Welcome to my kitchen! Today, I'm going to share with you one of my all-time favorite recipes - Spicy buffalo chicken sliders. These sliders are perfect for a game day snack, a summer barbecue, or just a tasty weeknight dinner. They're packed full of flavor and a little bit of heat, making them the ultimate crowd-pleaser. So, let's get started!
Ingredients
Before we dive into the cooking process, let's gather all the necessary ingredients for our spicy buffalo chicken sliders. Here's what you'll need:
- 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup of buffalo sauce
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of hot sauce
- 1/4 cup of melted butter
- 12 slider buns
- 1 cup of shredded lettuce
- 1 cup of sliced tomatoes
- 1 cup of crumbled blue cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Start by preheating your grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Place the seasoned chicken breasts onto the grill or skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked through. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
Step 2: Shred the Chicken
Using two forks, shred the cooked chicken into small pieces. Place the shredded chicken into a large bowl and set it aside.
Step 3: Make the Buffalo Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together the buffalo sauce, hot sauce, and melted butter. Pour the buffalo sauce mixture over the shredded chicken and toss until the chicken is fully coated.
Step 4: Assemble the Sliders
Preheat your oven to 350°F. As the oven preheats, place the bottom half of the slider buns onto a baking sheet. Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture onto the bottom buns, then top with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and crumbled blue cheese. Place the top buns on top of the fillings.
Step 5: Bake the Sliders
Once assembled, place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake the sliders for 10-15 minutes, or until the buns are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serving
Once the sliders are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve the sliders with extra buffalo sauce on the side for dipping, and enjoy!
Conclusion
There you have it! Spicy buffalo chicken sliders that are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. These sliders are easy to make, packed full of flavor, and just the right amount of heat. Whether you're serving them as an appetizer or a main course, they're guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Give this recipe a try and let me know what you think!