Description
Sink your teeth into these irresistible Crack Chicken Sliders—perfect for a quick dinner, easy party food, or satisfying snack. These cheesy chicken sliders are loaded with creamy ranch-flavored shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar, all baked into soft, buttery buns. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, game day food, or crowd-pleasing appetizers, this easy recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked shredded chicken
8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cooked bacon crumbled
1 oz ranch seasoning mix
2 tbsp sour cream
2 tbsp chopped green onions
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
12 slider buns
6 slices cheddar cheese
1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp onion powder
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese and ranch seasoning until smooth.
3. Add shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, bacon, sour cream, green onions, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Slice slider buns in half and place bottom layer in baking dish.
5. Spread chicken mixture evenly over buns.
6. Add sliced cheese on top of the mixture.
7. Place top buns over filling.
8. Mix melted butter, garlic powder, parsley, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese.
9. Brush butter mixture over buns.
10. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
11. Remove foil and bake 5–10 minutes until golden.
12. Let rest for 5 minutes, slice, and serve.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for the best flavor and convenience.
Allow cream cheese to fully soften for a smooth mixture.
Bake uncovered at the end for a crisp, golden top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner / Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: crack chicken sliders, easy dinner, party food, chicken sliders, appetizer ideas, game day food