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Crispy Grilled Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sliders with Blue Cheese Slaw

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These sliders combine crispy grilled chicken marinated in buffalo wing sauce and ranch seasoning with a creamy, tangy blue cheese slaw. Perfect for casual gatherings and game day, they offer a spicy, creamy, and crunchy flavor balance without frying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (breasts can be used as alternative)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 small slider buns
  • For the blue cheese slaw:
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 1/3 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine buffalo wing sauce and ranch seasoning mix. Toss chicken thighs in the mixture to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to 2 hours.
  2. While chicken marinates, shred cabbage and grate carrot into a medium bowl. Add blue cheese crumbles, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and honey. Stir gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill in the fridge.
  3. Remove chicken from fridge and lightly dredge each piece in all-purpose flour, shaking off excess.
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Brush grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Grill chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes per side (total 10-12 minutes), flipping once, until grill marks appear and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Move chicken to cooler part of grill if flare-ups occur.
  6. In the last 2 minutes of grilling, place slider buns cut side down on grill and toast until lightly browned and warm.
  7. Assemble sliders by spreading blue cheese slaw on bottom bun, adding grilled chicken thigh, optionally topping with extra buffalo ranch sauce, and capping with top bun. Serve immediately.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes but no longer than 4 hours to avoid meat breakdown. Pat chicken dry before dredging in flour to prevent clumping. Use medium-high heat to maintain crispiness without burning. Avoid overcrowding grill for even cooking. Rest chicken briefly before assembling sliders. Keep blue cheese slaw chilled and stir before serving to maintain freshness. For gluten-free, substitute flour and buns accordingly. For dairy-free, use dairy-free ranch seasoning, coconut yogurt, and dairy-free cheese or omit cheese.

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