Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
These quick and easy 10-ingredient Bacon Chicken Ranch Sliders are saucy, melty, and packed with big, bold flavor everyone loves. They’re the perfect party food or quick meal for the whole family.
There’s something fun about sliders — the mini version of something is always extra delicious. And that’s certainly the case with these Bacon Chicken Ranch Sliders. Fast, flavorful, and incredibly easy to assemble, these sliders are always a hit in our house. Made with minimal ingredients (just 10!), you can whip them up at a moment’s notice, and with a savory classic bacon-chicken ranch flavor combo loved by all, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleasing dinner or party food.
Shredded rotisserie chicken, crispy bacon, zesty ranch and melty cheese get layered onto soft rolls then brushed with a rich, buttery garlic topping before being baked to warm, golden brown perfection for the ultimate slider creation. We’ve got this Chicken Bacon Ranch Slider recipe on repeat in our home, whether it’s for a quick lunch, no-fuss dinner, or entertaining. It really doesn’t get much easier, or more delicious, than these.
If you like these sliders, be sure to try our other favorite recipes using fluffy, sweet Hawaiian Rolls. We love these Hawaiian Grilled Cheese Sliders for a sweet twist on tradition and this easy Hawaiian Roll Garlic Bread is always a hit.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy Tray-Bake Sliders: With a simple assembly and layering process and made in just one pan, these sliders come together quick in about 30 minutes, making them perfect for feeding a crowd with one dish.
- Great for Easy Entertaining: Loaded with bold flavors everyone loves, this recipe is a fan-favorite for game day, potlucks, or even a quick weeknight dinner at home with family.
- Made in One Pan with Minimal Clean-Up: Assembled in one pan and no other dishes required, clean up is a breeze!
Ingredients
- Hawaiian Sweet Rolls: Soft, pillowy and slightly sweet, these are the perfect bun for these sliders. But any slab roll will work.
- Rotisserie Chicken: One of our favorite store-bought shortcuts to have on hand. Convenient and a time-saver!
- Bacon: Crispy and smokey.
- Ranch Dressing: Zesty and bold, saucy flavor. Use your favorite brand or variety.
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Grate your own for the best melt and texture.
- Butter: For extra richness, use unsalted.
- Parmesan Cheese: Nutty and sharp, freshly grate your own.
- Dried Parsley: For a dash of color and extra flavor.
- Garlic Powder: Adds aromatic seasoning.
- Green Onions: Slightly mild onion flavor and a nice green pop of color.
How To Make Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the tops and bottoms connected. Place the bottom half into the prepared baking dish.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked bacon, and ½ cup ranch dressing. Stir until everything is evenly coated. If needed, add another tablespoon or two of ranch to keep the mixture creamy.
4. Spread the remaining ranch dressing over the cut side of the bottom rolls.
5. Sprinkle about 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese over the ranch layer.
6. Evenly spread the chicken mixture over the cheese.
7. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese, then place the top half of the Hawaiian rolls over everything.
8. In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Brush the mixture generously over the tops of the rolls.
9. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
10. Let the sliders rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Sprinkle with sliced green onions, if desired, and serve warm.
Watch How to Make It
Expert Tips
- Don’t Separate Slider Rolls: Keep the slab of rolls connected for easy assembly and slicing.
- Cover With Foil: Do this for most of the bake, so the tops of the buns don’t over-brown before the inside warms through.
- Brush With Garlic Butter Before And After Baking: Everything is better with butter…both times. This adds extra flavor.
- Use Serrated Knife to Cut Sliders: This will help to cleanly cut the sliders apart. Kitchen shears also work if you prefer them.
Variations
- Add Fresh Toppings: For added flavor and freshness, layer in sliced tomato or avocados after baking.
- Make It Spicy: Swap the ranch dressing for buffalo sauce for a spicy version.
- Try Different Meats: Use sliced deli ham instead of shredded chicken for a different flavor profile.
- Add Caramelized Onions: Add a layer of these for a slightly sweet and jammy, extra depth of flavor in the sliders.
Storage
Store leftovers tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and foil, or transferred to an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat them wrapped in foil at 350° for 10-15 minutes until heated through.
Freeze leftovers the same way, where they’ll keep for up to one month. Thaw the sliders in the fridge overnight before reheating and serving again.
You can prep and make these sliders ahead of time, too. Assemble them up to a day in advance and cover tightly with plastic wrap or foil, then store in the fridge. When you’re ready to serve, brush the tops with the melted butter mixture and bake.
FAQs
Definitely. Rotisserie chicken is a convenient and delicious shortcut to save time. Shred the meat easily, and store leftovers in the fridge for a future use.
Deli ham or turkey would also be delicious on these sliders.
We like the fluffy, slightly sweet texture and flavor of the Hawaiian rolls, but any slab type of roll or bun works perfectly.
More Delicious Slider Recipes
Easy Bacon Chicken Ranch Sliders
Ingredients
- 1 12-count package Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 8 slices bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
- ⅔ cup ranch dressing divided
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 green onions thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the tops and bottoms connected. Place the bottom half into the prepared baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked bacon, and ½ cup ranch dressing. Stir until everything is evenly coated. If needed, add another tablespoon or two of ranch to keep the mixture creamy.
- Spread the remaining ranch dressing over the cut side of the bottom rolls.
- Sprinkle about 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese over the ranch layer.
- Evenly spread the chicken mixture over the cheese.
- Top with the remaining cheddar cheese, then place the top half of the Hawaiian rolls over everything.
- In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Brush the mixture generously over the tops of the rolls.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
- Let the sliders rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Sprinkle with sliced green onions, if desired, and serve warm.
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Notes
- Store leftovers tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and foil, or transferred to an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat them wrapped in foil at 350° for 10-15 minutes until heated through.
- Freeze leftovers the same way, where they’ll keep for up to one month. Thaw sliders in the fridge overnight before reheating and serving again.
- Prep and make these sliders ahead of time: assemble up to a day in advance and cover tightly with plastic wrap or foil, then store in the fridge. When ready to serve, brush the tops with the melted butter mixture and bake.
