Dinner

Buffalo Chicken Dip Sliders Recipe

ByHailey Reed October 30, 2025October 30, 2025

Introduction

Buffalo Chicken Dip Sliders are a delicious, spicy twist on classic game day fare. These sliders combine tender shredded chicken with creamy buffalo sauce and melted cheese, all nestled inside soft dinner rolls. Perfect for parties or a flavorful snack.

A tray of 12 square sliders with three visible layers, the top layer is shiny, dark brown, toasted bread sprinkled with black seeds and small slices of green pepper; the middle layer shows melted light orange cheese with bits of shredded chicken and green herbs; the bottom layer is a light golden toasted bread base. The sliders sit closely together on a white marbled surface lined with parchment paper, with small pools of melted cheese and jalapeños scattered around. A clear glass of amber liquid and a small white bowl with sliced green peppers in oil are at the top left corner. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup cooked shredded chicken
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
3 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1 package dinner rolls, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, melted
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1/3 cup pickled jalapeños (optional)
4 tablespoons salted butter
2 tablespoons hot sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400° F (200° C).
Step 2: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, chopped cilantro, and scallions. Mix until evenly blended.
Step 3: Arrange the bottom halves of the dinner rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle the melted cheddar cheese evenly over the rolls, then drizzle or spoon the ranch dressing on top.
Step 4: Spread the buffalo chicken mixture over the cheese and ranch layer. Add shredded pepper jack cheese on top, and if you like a little extra heat, scatter pickled jalapeños over the filling.
Step 5: Place the top halves of the rolls over the filled bottoms to form sliders.
Step 6: In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and chopped garlic. Brush this mixture generously over the tops of the rolls, then sprinkle with poppy seeds.
Step 7: Cover the sliders loosely with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden.
Step 8: Slice the sliders apart and serve warm for a crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer.

Tips & Variations

For a milder version, reduce or omit the jalapeños and hot sauce in the butter mixture.
Swap fresh cilantro for parsley or green onions if preferred.
Use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar for a different cheese flavor.
Make these ahead and refrigerate; bake before serving to save time.

Storage

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350° F for about 10 minutes or until warmed through to maintain crispness and melty cheese. Avoid microwaving to keep the bread from becoming soggy.