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Flavorful Buffalo Chicken Sliders with Creamy Ranch Slaw

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These sliders combine spicy buffalo chicken with a creamy ranch slaw for a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing handheld meal perfect for casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage (about half a small head)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (light mayo recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk (or milk with a splash of lemon juice)
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 mini slider buns (Hawaiian rolls recommended)
  • Optional: sliced pickles or celery sticks for crunch

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and foamy (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Add chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden brown. An instant-read thermometer should register 165°F (74°C). If the chicken browns too fast, lower the heat slightly to avoid burning.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes, then shred using two forks or your hands. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup of buffalo hot sauce and toss the chicken until evenly coated and warmed through, about 2-3 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid sticking.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrots.
  7. In a smaller bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, dill, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  8. Pour dressing over the veggies and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  9. Lightly butter the slider buns and toast them in a skillet or oven until golden and slightly crisp, about 2-3 minutes.
  10. Spoon generous portions of buffalo chicken onto the bottom bun, top with a heap of creamy ranch slaw, add pickles or celery sticks if using, and cap with the top bun.
  11. Serve immediately while the chicken is warm and the slaw is crisp.

Notes

Rest chicken for 5 minutes before shredding to keep it juicy. Adjust buffalo sauce amount to control spiciness. Use room temperature mayo and buttermilk for smoother ranch dressing. Toast buns well to prevent sogginess. Slaw can be made ahead and refrigerated; toss before serving. For dairy-free, substitute mayo with avocado mayo and buttermilk with coconut milk. Lettuce wraps are a great low-carb alternative to buns.

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