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Easy Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Sliders with Ranch Slaw

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These sliders feature tender, spicy buffalo chicken slow-cooked in a crockpot, topped with a creamy ranch slaw and served on soft slider buns. Perfect for game day, parties, or a comforting weeknight meal, they’re easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage or coleslaw mix
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp celery seed (optional)
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • 12 slider buns (Hawaiian rolls or potato rolls)
  • Extra ranch dressing, for drizzling (optional)
  • Sliced pickles or red onion (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts or thighs in the crockpot. Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper.
  2. Pour buffalo wing sauce over the chicken and dot with butter.
  3. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until chicken is tender and shreds easily.
  4. Remove chicken and shred with two forks or a hand mixer. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir to coat in sauce.
  5. In a large bowl, toss shredded cabbage and carrots. In a small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, apple cider vinegar, celery seed, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over veggies and mix until coated. Chill until ready to serve.
  6. Split slider buns. Layer each bun with buffalo chicken, ranch slaw, and a drizzle of extra ranch if desired. Top with pickles or red onion slices.
  7. Serve sliders warm on a platter. Enjoy!

Notes

For gluten-free, use GF slider buns or lettuce wraps. For dairy-free, substitute ranch and butter with vegan alternatives. Shred chicken while warm for best texture. Mix slaw just before serving for crunch. Adjust buffalo sauce for desired heat. Crockpot liners make cleanup easier.

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