Crack Chicken Sliders – The Crack Chicken Sliders are a comfort food. That combines tangy and savory flavors in each delicious morsel. This recipe includes a mix of cream cheese, ranch dressing, crispy bacon, and tender shredded chicken. Sandwiched between Hawaiian rolls. Excellent for assemblages, family feasts, or an entertaining weekday indulgence. Featuring ingredients such as cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, chicken, bacon and cheddar cheese. This dish is hooked to become a go-to dearest in your cooking repertoire.
My introduction to these Crack Chicken Sliders was quite serendipitous. Seeking an easy dinner option that would please both my discerning husband and adventurous child. One evening led me to throw whatever was available in my kitchen. Little did I know it would pivot into a family custom. Witnessing the delight on their faces after the initial taste was truly priceless. Ever since then, it has been our cherished go-to comfort meal. It’s the dish my child requests without fail at every birthday celebration. And one my husband deems indispensable for game days. This recipe beats sustenance. It encapsulates a jewel trove of gratifying family junctures.
What makes these Crack Chicken Sliders truly special?
In 40 minutes you can whip up these sliders that taste gourmet without the hassle. Whether it’s a laid-back hangout. Or a fancy event. These sliders are adaptable for any gathering. The mix of cream cheese, ranch dressing, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese. Delivers them a delectable savor. That will keep you reaching back for more.
What You Need To Make This Crack Chicken Sliders Recipe?
Cream Cheese: This creamy spread forms the heart of the sliders. Be sure it’s softened before you begin so it blends in smoothly.
Dry Ranch Dressing Mix: It imparts a zesty flavor that’s essential to the distinct taste of these sliders.
Onion Powder & Black Pepper: These ingredients add complexity. And a bit of a kick to the mixture. Onion powder contributes sweetness. While black pepper brings in some heat.
Green Onions: Thinly sliced green onions provide a crisp element. That balances out the richness of the other components.
Bacon: The combination of shredded chicken and crumbled bacon is what gives these sliders their appeal. The chicken is tender. The bacon adds the right amount of crunch.
Cheddar Cheese: This cheese is crucial for its meltability and mildly tangy taste. It ties everything together in a gooey, cheesy indulgence.
Sweet Hawaiian Rolls: These soft sweet buns serve as the foundation for our sliders. Soaking up all the flavors. And keeping everything intact.
Melted Butter: Brushing melted butter on lends a golden finish. That enhances the slider’s allure even further.
Parmesan Cheese & Chives: A sprinkle of parmesan provides a crunch. While chives bring a touch of freshness. Together they serve as the finishing touch.
Steps To Make Crack Chicken Sliders:
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Step 1: Start by preheating your oven to a 350°F (177°C) and greasing a 9×13 inch baking dish, with a coat of nonstick spray. In the heart of your kitchen. Take a stockpot. Let the magic unfold as you gently melt the cream cheese over medium heat. Stirring with care until it becomes smooth like velvet.
Step 2: Whisper in the dry ranch dressing mix, onion powder and a sprinkle of black pepper. Stirring until every grain of flavor blends into the cream cheese. Add in the onions, chicken, bacon and a cup of cheddar cheese with a gentle mix to see them come together harmoniously.
Step 3: Arrange the roll’s bottoms in the dish like a quilt. Spoon over the creamy chicken mixture generously. Sprinkle on the remaining cheddar cheese. Before topping it off with the roll tops. Brush melted butter over them like an artist at work. Then sprinkle parmesan and chives delicately like falling snowflakes.
Step 4: Cover this delight with foil. Bake for 25 minutes before revealing its golden goodness to the world (or just your oven light), for another 5 to 8 minutes. Let it rest briefly. Because who can resist diving into such a masterpiece away?
Tip:
To take your Crack Chicken Sliders up a notch. Try toasting the insides of your rolls. Before putting them together. Here’s why and how:
Reason: Toasting the sides of the rolls adds a layer of crunch and flavor. It gives a crispiness that pairs with the creamy decadent filling. Keeping the bread from getting soggy too fast.
Method: Once you’ve sliced the rolls horizontally. Place them cut side up on a baking sheet. Put them under the broiler for a minute or two. Keeping an eye on them to avoid burning. This quick toast frames them flawlessly for the scrumptious filling. Enhancing your slider experience.
This straightforward process can greatly enrich consistency. By introducing a crunch. That complements the softness of the bread. And the richness of the filling. Relish this distinction with every morsel!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use rotisserie chicken for this recipe?
Rotisserie chicken is an option. To save time. It brings a delicious flavor to the sliders.
Can these sliders be made ahead of time?
You can prepare the sliders in advance. Keep them in the fridge. Until you’re ready to bake. Just remember to adjust the baking time if they are chilled when they go into the oven.
Are there any variations to this recipe I can try?
Feel free to get creative! Adding a bit of sauce to the cream cheese mix can spice things up. Switch out the cheddar cheese for pepper jack. If you’re craving some heat.
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Crack Chicken Sliders
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese 2 packages, each 8 oz, softened to room temperature
- 1 oz packet of dry ranch dressing mix
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- ⅓ c green onions thinly sliced
- 2½ c boneless and skinless chicken breast cooked and finely shredded
- 12 oz bacon cooked and crumbled to a fine texture
- 2½ c mild cheddar cheese shredded (separated into 1 c and 1½ c portions)
- 12- count package of sweet Hawaiian Rolls sliced horizontally
- 6 tbsp salted sweet cream butter in a molten state
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese finely grated
- 2 tsp fresh chives finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven by setting it to 350°F (177°C). And lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a pot over medium heat. Melt the cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the ranch dressing mix, onion powder and black pepper with the melted cream cheese until they are well blended. Remove from heat once combined.
- Next gently fold in the onions, chicken, crumbled bacon and 1 cup of cheddar cheese until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Arrange the halves of the rolls in the prepared baking dish.
- Spread the chicken mixture over the halves of the rolls. Sprinkle 1½ cups of cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture. Before placing the halves of the rolls on top.
- Brush melted butter over the tops of the rolls. Sprinkle parmesan cheese and chopped chives on top of that.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil. Bake for 5 to 8 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow sliders to cool for 5 minutes. Before cutting into servings. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
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