Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders with Hawaiian Sweet Rolls

Name: Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 12 pack King's Hawaiian Original Hawaiian Sweet Rolls; 1 lbs. ground chicken (96/4); 6 slices bacon; 2 Tbsp. dry ranch seasoning; 1/2 cup (56g) Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese; 4 slices mozzarella cheese; 2 green onions, chopped; sesame seeds (garnish); ranch dressing

These Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders make the perfect party app or after school snack. Buttery rolls are filled with melted cheese, crispy crumbled bacon and flavorful ranch seasoned for little sandwiches that are great for football season or family gatherings.

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A close-up of freshly baked, fluffy chicken bacon ranch sliders filled with a savory mixture, topped with sesame seeds. The golden-brown tops glisten, suggesting a soft, buttery texture. The filling includes finely chopped ingredients, peeking out from the split rolls.

This easy recipe takes the classic combo of chicken, bacon and ranch and puts it in teeny tiny slider form. Perfect for Super Bowl and holidays, these finger sandwiches serve a lot of people at once and are incredibly easy to throw together.

There’s no right way to build a slider and you can add whatever type of meat, cheese and sauce you love which is why I think sliders are some of the easier ways to load up on protein. If you want a saucy slider add in your favorite ranch dressing. If you’re wanting low calorie opt for a yogurt-based like Bolthouse Farms.

I’m a gal who loves to give options so serve a slider buffet with chicken pesto sliders, Italian sliders and buffalo chicken sliders and let your guests decide what they’re in the mood for. They’re gonna love it, I guarantee it.

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Why you’ll love this recipe:

Only 190 calories per slider.
Great for game days or quick dinner.

Ingredients and Substitutes:

These are the ingredients for the chicken bacon ranch sliders. For the full list of ingredients scroll down to the recipe card.

Top view of labeled ingredients for chicken bacon ranch sliders on a tiled surface: ground chicken, Hawaiian rolls, green onions, shredded mozzarella, sesame seeds, dry ranch seasoning, sliced mozzarella, and crispy bacon.

Ground Chicken: ground turkey, deli turkey, deli chicken, leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken. Ground turkey has less flavor than chicken so add extra ranch seasoning, salt and black pepper.
Bacon: I used pork bacon but you can use turkey bacon. You can also use bacon bits if you don’t feel like cooking.
Dry Ranch Seasoning: try homemade ranch seasoning or store-bought.
Sweet Hawaiian Rolls: any sweet roll, dinner rolls, brioche bun or slider roll.
Mozzarella Cheese: any kind of cheese: pepper jack cheese, colby jack, cheddar, dairy-free cheese, etc.

Variations

Add homemade bbq sauce to the sandwiches for a bbq chicken ranch version.
Try these Italian sliders, buffalo chicken sliders or chicken pesto sliders.

Dietary Modifications

For dairy-free, use a dairy-free cheese.
For gluten-free, use a gluten-free roll, Canyon Bakehouse has great ones.

How to make this chicken bacon ranch sliders recipe (a visual step-by-step guide):

Step 1: preheat oven and cook bacon

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a pan over medium heat cook bacon until crispy. Once the bacon is cooked, remove and set aside on a paper towel to drain the excess fat.

Two side-by-side images of bacon in a frying pan capture the transformation from raw strips to crispy delight. Its easy to imagine these succulent pieces filling chicken bacon ranch sliders, ready for a flavorful bite. Both pans rest on a light blue tiled surface.

Step 2: cook chicken & season

Drain most of the fat from the pan and add the ground chicken to cook. Break the chicken into pieces as you cook and cook until browned and cooked through. Add ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper to the chicken and mix followed by the chopped bacon. Add the bacon, green onions and mozzarella cheese to the chicken and stir together until the cheese has melted.

Four overhead images showcase the creation of chicken bacon ranch sliders in a pan on a tiled surface. 1) Ground meat with seasoning. 2) Stirred mixture. 3) Green onions, cheese, and bacon bits added. 4) A colorful blend emerges, embodying the flavors of beloved sliders.

Step 3: assemble and bake

Slice the buns through the center so you have the top half of the buns in one piece and the bottom half in another, leaving all 12 connected. Spray a 9×13 inch baking tray or dish with nonstick spray and place the bottom buns down. Top with chicken mixture and spread around to evenly coat the buns. Top the chicken with 4 slices of cheese evenly across the top of the mixture. Place the top buns on top. Spray the top of the buns with cooking spray and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and buns are toasted.

Assemble chicken bacon ranch sliders in four steps: 1) Place the bottom halves of sandwich buns on a tray. 2) Add a filling of crumble and diced toppings. 3) Layer slices of cheese over them. 4) Finish with the top half of sesame seed buns to complete these tasty sliders.

Expert Tip!

Add your favorite ranch dressing on top or serve on the side for dipping.

A tray of golden-brown chicken bacon ranch sliders with sesame seed tops awaits. One slider is being picked up, unveiling a luscious filling of melted cheese, diced vegetables, and savory goodness. A red and white checkered cloth adds a charming touch on the side.

Recipe FAQs

How to store leftover sliders?

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days. To reheat, place in the oven on low to avoid the bread getting soggy.

What to serve with these bacon ranch chicken sliders?

Serve these with an extra side of sauce. I like to make extra homemade ranch dressing and serve it with veggies and chips so people can use it for both their sandwiches and as a dipping sauce.

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