Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders (Printable Version)

Savory chicken, bacon, and ranch baked into golden Hawaiian rolls with melty cheese.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 12 Hawaiian rolls, kept in one sheet if possible
02 - 12 ounces shredded chicken (approximately 3 cups)
03 - 12 ounces bacon (10–12 slices)
04 - 9 slices sharp cheddar cheese or Colby Jack

→ Sauces & Seasonings

05 - 1 cup ranch dressing, divided
06 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives, optional

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Slice the uncooked bacon into 1/2-inch pieces and cook in a skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until crisp, about 7–10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon.
02 - Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) while preparing the sliders.
03 - In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with 3/4 of the cooked bacon bits and slightly less than 1/2 cup ranch dressing. Stir until the mixture is moist but not overly wet.
04 - Using a serrated knife, cut the Hawaiian rolls horizontally as one sheet to create a top and bottom layer. Place the bottom layer in a 9x13 inch baking dish or on a sheet pan.
05 - Spread a thin layer of ranch dressing on the cut side of the bottom rolls. Cut cheese slices into quarters and place one square on each roll.
06 - Spread the chicken-bacon mixture evenly over the cheese. Top each with two more cheese squares and sprinkle with the reserved bacon bits.
07 - Place the top half of the rolls over the filling. Brush with ranch dressing and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using.
08 - Cover tightly with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 7–10 minutes until the tops are golden and cheese is melted.
09 - Let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chives if desired. Cut along seams to separate and serve warm.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Rotisserie or leftover cooked chicken can be used for convenience.
02 - Assemble sliders up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate until baking.
03 - For a spicy kick, mix buffalo sauce into the ranch dressing.

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