Description
These Crack Chicken Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls are a deliciously creamy, cheesy, and savory treat featuring shredded chicken mixed with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and bacon, served on sweet, soft Hawaiian rolls. Perfect for game days, parties, or casual gatherings, they combine the flavors of ranch, bacon, cheddar, and fresh herbs for an irresistible slider experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 16 ounces (2 8-ounce packages) cream cheese, softened
- 1 ounce packet dry ranch dressing mix
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- ⅓ cup thinly sliced green onion
- 2½ cups cooked, shredded boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 12 ounces cooked, crumbled bacon
- 2½ cups mild shredded cheddar cheese, divided (1 cup and 1½ cups)
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh chives
Assembly
- 12 count package sweet Hawaiian rolls, sliced in half horizontally
- 6 tablespoons salted sweet cream butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the dry ranch dressing mix, onion powder, and fresh cracked black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
- Add chicken and toppings: Fold in the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, thinly sliced green onions, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped fresh chives. Stir until everything is evenly combined to create the crack chicken filling.
- Prepare the Hawaiian rolls: Carefully slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the top and bottom sections intact. Place the bottom half on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Assemble sliders: Evenly spread the crack chicken filling over the bottom half of the rolls. Then sprinkle the remaining 1½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the filling. Place the top half of the Hawaiian rolls back on top, pressing down gently to compact the sliders.
- Prepare butter topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted salted sweet cream butter with the grated Parmesan cheese. Brush this butter mixture generously over the tops of the Hawaiian rolls to create a flavorful, golden crust.
- Bake the sliders: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled sliders for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, the filling is hot, and the tops are golden brown.
- Serve warm: Remove the sliders from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing between each roll to separate. Serve the sliders warm for the best creamy, cheesy experience.
Notes
- You can prepare the crack chicken filling a day ahead and refrigerate to save time on assembly day.
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce into the filling mixture.
- Use cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven wrapped in foil to prevent drying out.
- For a crispier top, switch the oven to broil for the last 1-2 minutes watching carefully to avoid burning.
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