Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders combine tender chicken, smoky bacon, and tangy ranch dressing on sweet Hawaiian rolls for a delicious, flavor-packed meal.
author’s note
These Sliders Disappear in Minutes!
I’ve made a lot of sliders over the years, probably more than I can count. They’re one of my go-to meals when I need something fast, fun, and guaranteed to please a crowd. I love how easy they are to pull together and how quickly they disappear once served.
So when I started craving that classic combo of chicken, bacon, and ranch, turning it into a slider felt like a no brainer. I
tested a batch for a family get-together, and let’s just say… they didn’t last long. Like, gone in under 10 minutes. Everyone kept asking if I had more, which is always a good sign. Next time, I’ll be doubling the batch, and I recommend you do the same.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Slider Ingredients
- Hawaiian rolls: Choose the freshest and softest rolls available.
- Rotisserie chicken: Quick and flavorful; shred or dice.
- Ranch dressing: Go for quality (refrigerated instead of shelf-stable) or homemade.
- Cheese: Cheddar for sharper flavor, Colby Jack for milder flavor.
- Bacon: Use the microwave for the quickest prep.
- Parmesan: Optional, but adds a nice flavor and a touch of saltiness.
- Herb butter: Use ready-made garlic-herb butter (like Kerrygold®) for ease.
How To Make Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
- Prep: Preheat to 350°F. Slice rolls in half; brush with melted butter.
- Mix chicken: Combine chicken with ranch dressing.
- Layer ingredients: On roll bottoms, layer cheese, chicken mix, bacon, more cheese.
- Initial bake: 10 minutes.
- Add tops and butter: Place top roll slab, and brush with butter.
- Final bake: Cover with foil, bake 20 mins, then uncover, bake 5-10 more mins.
Storage
Leftovers?
- Cool completely: Let sliders cool to room temp.
- Wrap tightly: Use plastic wrap or foil.
- Refrigerate: Store in the fridge for up to three days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven, air fryer, or microwave before serving.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (12-count) package Hawaiian sweet dinner rolls see note 1
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 12 slices sharp Cheddar cheese or Colby Jack cheese
- 8 slices microwave bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese optional
- 7 tablespoons herb butter see note 2
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Without separating them, slice the slab of rolls horizontally into two halves (see note 1). Melt the butter; let cool.
- Mix chicken with ranch dressing until well coated.
- Place the bottom half of the rolls in the prepared pan. Brush 2-1/2 tablespoons of melted butter onto the cut sides of both the top and bottom halves of the rolls.
- Layer half the cheese over the bottom half of the rolls. Evenly distribute the saucy chicken over the cheese. Sprinkle bacon evenly on top. Top with the remaining cheese. Bake without the top half of the rolls for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and add the top slab of rolls. Use a pastry brush to spread the remaining butter mostly on the top of the rolls, but also a bit all over the sides. Cover the pan with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for another 5–10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is completely melted.
- Cut into individual sliders and serve hot. Enjoy with extra ranch for dipping if desired!
Recipe Notes
Note 2: Nothing beats this amazing Kerrygold® garlic butter! However, a homemade blend of 7 tablespoons butter mixed with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper will do the trick.
Storage: Let sliders cool completely to room temperature, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven, air fryer, or microwave before serving.Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
As Chelsea’s husband, she made these chicken bacon ranch sliders and they were delicious!