Spicy Party Finger Food (Print Format)
Buffalo chicken and cheese sliders on Hawaiian rolls - the perfect party appetizer that's ready in under an hour!
# Ingredients:
→ Buffalo Chicken Filling
01 -
3½ cups cooked chicken, shredded
02 -
½ cup buffalo wing sauce
03 -
½ cup ranch dressing
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2 tablespoons honey
05 -
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
06 -
Black pepper to taste
→ Cheese Layer
07 -
2 cups fresh mozzarella, grated
08 -
½ cup fresh Parmesan, grated
→ For the Sliders
09 -
1 package Hawaiian dinner rolls (12 count)
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4 tablespoons butter, melted
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1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
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1 teaspoon garlic salt
# Steps:
01 -
Heat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
02 -
Combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch, honey, chopped garlic, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix until chicken is well coated.
03 -
Slice the entire pack of rolls in half horizontally while keeping them connected. Place bottom half on prepared baking sheet.
04 -
Spread buffalo chicken mixture evenly over bottom rolls. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then place top half of rolls over everything.
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Mix melted butter with Italian seasoning and garlic salt. Brush most of this mixture over the tops of the rolls.
06 -
Cover with foil and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese melts inside.
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Remove foil and bake 5 more minutes until tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.
08 -
Brush with remaining butter mixture, let rest a few minutes, then cut into individual sliders and serve warm.
# Tips:
01 -
Rotisserie chicken saves time, but any cooked chicken works well
02 -
Fresh grated cheese melts better than pre-shredded varieties
03 -
Store leftovers in fridge for up to 2 days and reheat at 325°F