Buffalo Chicken Sliders

These Buffalo Chicken Sliders make the perfect game day eat, appetizer, or even family dinner with a fun, finger food twist. Crispy, zesty buffalo-style fried chicken breasts are topped with delicious, melty cheese, placed on Hawaiian rolls, and then broiled to perfection. It’s a recipe that has everyone begging for more.

I like my food spicy! Whether I’m making chicken, beef, or pork, many of my recipes have a spicy kick to them. I’m a big fan, and so is my family. This buffalo chicken sliders recipe definitely delivers the heat plus loads of flavor.

These Buffalo chicken sliders do take a little bit of effort, but it really does pay off in the end. You’ll be dredging your chicken breasts and frying them in a pan, so there will be some work.

Don’t run away, though, because that work leads to just about the best slider you’ll ever eat. And if you cook them up in a big batch, you’ll be able to eat the leftovers for a few days, and maybe even freeze some.

Love slider recipes? Then you’ve got to try these Chili Dog Sliders and Ham and Cheese Sliders too!

Why You Will Love These Buffalo Sliders

• Perfect for Spicy Food Lovers. Using Slap Ya Mama seasoning adds heat but also flavor! Spiciness and flavor are a combination that is just so good.
• Best Chicken Sliders. These are the tastiest chicken sliders – or sliders of any kind, for that matter – that you’ll ever make! They have a delicious, spicy buffalo flavor, and the chicken breasts are breaded and fried to crispy perfection!
• Versatile Dish. They’re the perfect finger food for almost any occasion. They’re always welcome at any potluck, they practically scream “game day” – heck, and they’re even good for family dinners along with some delicious sides!

Ingredients

• Chicken breasts: Use skinless and boneless chicken though chicken thighs will work too if you prefer them. Just be sure to cook them a bit longer.
• Buttermilk, and egg whites: Coats the chicken and helps the flavorful breading stick to the chicken pieces.
• Buffalo sauce: Added to the liquid ingredients used for marinating the chicken. It’s going to infuse the chicken with more spicy, tangy flavors. You will need more at the end to drizzle over the chicken after it’s cooked.
• Flour and breadcrumbs: For the ultimate crunchy texture.
• Seasonings: This recipe uses a combination of Slap Ya Mama, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper to season the breading for the chicken and give it flavor.
• Vegetable oil: For frying the chicken. Make sure you grab a vegetable oil with a high smoke point that’s great for frying.
• Hawaiian rolls: These slightly sweet buns are perfect for sliders of all varieties. Feel free to swap them out for any small bun you want.
• Provolone cheese: This mild cheese adds a nice finish and helps balance out the spiciness a bit. Any white cheese works well, feel free to use mozzarella, muenster, or jack cheese.
• Butter: For brushing the tops of the buns giving them that finishing touch of flavor.

Variations

These Buffalo chicken sliders are absolutely delicious just as they are, but you can make a few changes to them if you like.

• Milder Version: If you’re not a fan of heat, simply leave out the buffalo sauce, cayenne pepper, and the Slap Ya Mama seasoning. Of course, if you take those out, you’ll simply have fried chicken sliders, but hey it’s fried chicken! You can also choose a mild hot sauce for that tangy flavor without tons of heat.
• Dairy-Free: Skip the cheese and the butter. Many buffalo sauce brands are dairy-free but check just to be sure.

How To Make Buffalo Chicken Sliders

1. Step 1: Prep the liquid ingredients. Add the egg whites, buttermilk, and buffalo sauce to a bowl, and beat mixture on medium-high speed until the ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture begins to peak.
2. Step 2: Mix the breading ingredients. Whisk together the flour, breadcrumbs, paprika, cayenne peppers, pepper, and Slap Ya Mama seasoning in a separate shallow bowl.
3. Step 3: Bread the chicken. Cut the chicken into pieces that will easily fit on the buns. Dredge the chicken pieces in the egg mixture first, then place the pieces into the flour and breadcrumb mixture, pressing the dry mixture onto the outside of the chicken to ensure that each piece of chicken is coated fully.
4. Step 4: Cooking the Chicken. Place the chicken into the skillet of preheated oil and cook on each side for 5-7 minutes or until each side is golden brown and chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken and place it on a paper plate lined with paper towels.
5. Step 5: Assembling the Sliders. Cut the Hawaiian rolls in half (lengthwise) and place the bottom half of rolls on a baking sheet sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Place the fried chicken pieces on top of the rolls, generously drizzle the top with buffalo sauce, and finish with a slice of provolone cheese. Place the top of the buns on top of the chicken and brush with melted butter.
6. Step 6: Baking the Sliders. Place the sliders under the broiler (on low) for 2-3 minutes, or until the top of the rolls are slightly golden and cheese has melted.
7. Step 7: Serve. Remove from oven, serve hot, and enjoy.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy with other game day appetizer you love while watching the game this weekend! We love these fried beef tacos and jalapeno popper bites! Don’t forget some easy dips like this sausage queso or some habanero salsa with chips for dipping!

For a fun family dinner add on side dishes like macaroni and cheese, deviled egg potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans, french fries, and chips all work very well.

Storing the Sliders

• Leftovers: The chicken is crispiest when freshly made but you can store prepared sliders for up to four days in the refrigerator in an air-tight container.
• Freezing: Freeze the fried chicken on its own for up to three months. When you’re ready to serve them, thaw them out overnight in the fridge, and then assemble and bake as directed. Unfortunately the breading won’t be as crispy but still taste delicious.
• Reheat: Reheat prepared sliders in the oven wrapped in foil for 5-10 minutes. You can also reheat them in the microwave but the breading won’t crisp up.

Expert Tips

• Always Use Buttermilk: Regular milk isn’t the same. Buttermilk has an acidity that helps create a super crispy final product. If you don’t have buttermilk, and you don’t want to go to the store, you can just make your own buttermilk. Add a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to a one cup measure and then fill with milk. Let it sit for about five to ten minutes. Presto. You have buttermilk!
• Marinate the Chicken: This is optional but if you’ve got the time, I highly recommend it. It makes the chicken extra tender and juicy.
• Slider-Sized Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts to fit your slider buns. You want these sliders to be easy to eat, and it’s hard to do that if you have a piece of chicken that’s far bigger than your rolls.
• Watch the Broiler Carefully: You want to keep them from burning which can happen quite easily.

Try These Buffalo Chicken Sliders for Yourself

These Buffalo chicken sliders are super tasty and perfect for almost any occasion. If you and your family love sliders, then you need to give this recipe a try. That tender, juicy chicken encased in a super crispy crust and topped with melty cheese on a Hawaiian roll just cannot be beaten. Whip up a batch of these, and I guarantee you and your family will love them

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