Name: Crack Chicken Sliders
Total time: 1 h
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts: This will serve as the main protein base for the sliders. You can substitute chicken thighs if you prefer darker meat.; 2 tablespoons olive oil: Used to sauté the chicken and keep it moist.; 1 teaspoon garlic powder: Adds savory depth to the chicken flavor.; 1 teaspoon onion powder: Complements the garlic powder for an extra layer of seasoning.; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika: For a hint of smokiness and color.; Salt and pepper: To taste.; 8 oz cream cheese (softened): This will give the sauce its creamy, velvety texture.; ½ cup mayonnaise: Adds richness and helps to bind the ingredients together.; ½ cup ranch dressing: For flavor and creaminess, making the sauce irresistible.; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard: For a touch of tang.; 1 teaspoon garlic powder: To enhance the flavor profile of the sauce.; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped): For a burst of color and freshness.; 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional): If you like some heat, you can add this ingredient for an extra kick.; 12 slider buns: These can be any soft, small rolls, such as Hawaiian sweet rolls, slider buns, or mini sandwich buns.; 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese: Melts beautifully on top of the chicken, creating that gooey, cheesy goodness.; 1 tablespoon butter (melted): For brushing on the buns to add a golden, buttery finish.; Chopped green onions or chives: For extra freshness and color on top of the sliders.; Pickles or jalapeños (optional): For a crunchy, tangy contrast to the creamy sliders.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts: This will serve as the main protein base for the sliders. You can substitute chicken thighs if you prefer darker meat.
2 tablespoons olive oil: Used to sauté the chicken and keep it moist.
1 teaspoon garlic powder: Adds savory depth to the chicken flavor.
1 teaspoon onion powder: Complements the garlic powder for an extra layer of seasoning.
1 teaspoon smoked paprika: For a hint of smokiness and color.
Salt and pepper: To taste.

For the Creamy Sauce:

8 oz cream cheese (softened): This will give the sauce its creamy, velvety texture.
½ cup mayonnaise: Adds richness and helps to bind the ingredients together.
½ cup ranch dressing: For flavor and creaminess, making the sauce irresistible.
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard: For a touch of tang.
1 teaspoon garlic powder: To enhance the flavor profile of the sauce.
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped): For a burst of color and freshness.
1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional): If you like some heat, you can add this ingredient for an extra kick.

For the Sliders:

12 slider buns: These can be any soft, small rolls, such as Hawaiian sweet rolls, slider buns, or mini sandwich buns.
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese: Melts beautifully on top of the chicken, creating that gooey, cheesy goodness.
1 tablespoon butter (melted): For brushing on the buns to add a golden, buttery finish.

Optional Garnish:

Chopped green onions or chives: For extra freshness and color on top of the sliders.
Pickles or jalapeños (optional): For a crunchy, tangy contrast to the creamy sliders.

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Instructions

FIRST STEP: COOK THE CHICKEN

Season the Chicken: Start by seasoning the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Make sure the chicken is evenly coated with the seasonings.
Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown on the outside. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
Shred the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, shred the chicken using two forks, ensuring it’s pulled into bite-sized pieces.

SECOND STEP: MAKE THE CREAMY SAUCE

Combine the Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, ranch dressing, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, parsley, and hot sauce (if using). Mix everything together until smooth and well combined.
Add the Shredded Chicken: Fold the shredded chicken into the creamy sauce, making sure the chicken is evenly coated in the sauce mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or more hot sauce if you want to increase the spice level.

THIRD STEP: ASSEMBLE THE SLIDERS

Prepare the Buns: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the slider buns in half, keeping the top and bottom halves intact. Place the bottom halves of the buns in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Layer the Chicken: Spread the creamy chicken mixture evenly over the bottom buns, making sure every slider is generously filled with the chicken.
Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken mixture, ensuring it covers the entire layer of chicken.
Top with the Buns: Place the top halves of the slider buns over the cheese, gently pressing down to compact the sliders.

FOURTH STEP: BAKE THE SLIDERS

Brush with Butter: Brush the melted butter over the top of the buns to give them a rich, golden finish after baking.
Bake the Sliders: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the sliders are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve and Enjoy: Once baked, remove the sliders from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes. Slice them into individual sliders and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 12
Calories: 350
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 28g