Easy Garlic Butter Buffalo Chicken Pull Apart Sliders

Get ready to bloom your game day spread with a burst of fiery flavor and cheesy goodness. These pull-apart buffalo chicken sliders are the ultimate centerpiece for your next viewing party, offering the perfect blend of spice and comfort food. 🏈🔥

Tender shredded chicken gets tossed in a tangy buffalo sauce before being layered with creamy blue cheese and melty mozzarella inside sweet rolls. It is a crowd-pleasing combination that effortlessly elevates simple ingredients into an absolute showstopper. 🧀🍗

Baked until the tops are beautifully crisp and drenched in a savory garlic-parsley butter, each bite delivers an irresistible crunch. Prepare yourself because these warm, gooey sliders will be devoured by your guests in a matter of minutes. 😋✨

Ingredients

• 1 package (12 count) Sweet Hawaiian Rolls
• 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1/4 cup ranch dressing
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Shopping List

• Bakery: 1 package (12 count) Sweet Hawaiian Rolls
• Meat: 1 rotisserie chicken (or 2.5 cups cooked shredded chicken breast)
• Dairy & Eggs: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
• Pantry: 1 bottle buffalo hot sauce, 1 bottle ranch dressing, garlic powder, sesame seeds
• Produce: 1 bunch fresh parsley

Equipment Needed

• 9×13-inch baking dish
• Mixing bowl
• Pastry brush
• Serrated knife
• Aluminum foil

Helpful Tips

• Rotisserie Chicken Shortcut: To save precious time before kickoff, shred a store-bought rotisserie chicken, which ensures incredibly moist and flavorful meat that absorbs the buffalo sauce beautifully.
• Pre-Assemble and Chill: You can assemble these sliders up to 4 hours ahead of time, cover them with plastic wrap, and store in the fridge. Just hold off on brushing the garlic herb butter until right before you bake.
• Customize the Cheese: If blue cheese is too polarizing for your crowd, easily substitute it with sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, or extra mozzarella to keep everyone happy while maintaining that cheesy stretch.
• Crisping the Buns: Make sure to bake these uncovered for the last 5 minutes of cooking to get that perfect golden-brown exterior and ensure the sweet Hawaiian rolls do not get soggy.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Using a large serrated knife, slice the entire block of Hawaiian rolls horizontally in half so you have one top slab and one bottom slab.
3. Place the bottom slab of rolls into the prepared baking dish.
4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo hot sauce, and ranch dressing, tossing well until the chicken is fully coated.
5. Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the bottom slab of rolls.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and crumbled blue cheese evenly over the chicken layer.
7. Place the top slab of rolls over the cheese layer.
8. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. Brush this mixture generously over the tops of the rolls.
9. Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over the glazed roll tops.
10. Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes.
11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
12. Slice into individual sliders and serve immediately while hot and gooey.

Variations & Serving Ideas

Arrange these pull-apart sliders on a wooden serving board flanked by fresh, crunchy celery and carrot sticks with plenty of cold ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping. They pair beautifully with salty potato chips, crisp garden salads, or a cold craft beer to balance the zesty buffalo heat. If you happen to have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes to bring back that delicious crispy bun texture.

I hope these savory, pull-apart sliders bring a burst of delicious energy to your next gathering! Drop a comment below to let me know how they turned out for your hungry crowd.