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Bacon Ranch BBQ Chicken Sliders

Bacon Ranch BBQ Chicken Sliders

  • Author: Mary
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 sliders 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delight in these Bacon Ranch BBQ Chicken Sliders featuring tender shredded chicken coated in smoky BBQ sauce, topped with crispy bacon, creamy ranch dressing, optional melted cheese, and fresh green onions, all nestled inside soft slider buns. Perfect for gatherings, game days, or casual dinners, these sliders offer a harmonious blend of smoky, savory, and tangy flavors with an easy-to-make preparation.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup smoky BBQ sauce

Bacon and Toppings

  • 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 4–6 cheese slices (cheddar or pepper jack, optional)
  • 2 green onions or a small bunch of chives, sliced

Buns

  • 12 slider buns, soft and slightly sweet

Instructions

  1. Cook and shred the chicken: Boil, bake, or slow-cook the boneless, skinless chicken breasts until tender (about 15-20 minutes boiling or 25-30 minutes baking at 375°F). Once cooked, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks or hands for a rustic texture.
  2. Mix the chicken with BBQ sauce: In a large bowl, toss shredded chicken with 1 cup of your favorite smoky BBQ sauce until all pieces are well coated, ensuring every bite has a tangy, sweet, and smoky flavor.
  3. Prepare crispy bacon: Cook bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and chop into small pieces to add a crunchy, salty contrast to the sliders.
  4. Assemble the sliders: Slice slider buns in half horizontally. On the bottom half of each bun, add a generous portion of BBQ chicken, sprinkle chopped bacon on top, drizzle with ranch dressing, then add a slice of cheese and a sprinkle of green onions or chives if desired. Place the top bun carefully on each slider.
  5. Warm sliders before serving: Arrange the assembled sliders on a baking sheet and warm in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes to melt the cheese and blend the flavors perfectly. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use a quality BBQ sauce with a balanced sweet and smoky flavor for best results.
  • Do not over-shred the chicken; leaving some chunkiness improves texture and juiciness.
  • Prepare bacon ahead of time to save time during assembly.
  • Gently toast slider buns before assembling to prevent sogginess and add flavor.
  • Customize ranch dressing by adding fresh herbs or garlic powder for an enhanced taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slider
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Bacon Ranch BBQ Chicken Sliders, BBQ chicken sliders, party appetizers, game day food, easy slider recipe

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