Trader Joe's Chicken, Bacon Ranch Sliders
These easy Trader Joe’s chicken, bacon ranch sliders are the ultimate crowd-pleasing dinner or game day snack! Made with soft Aloha rolls, crispy bacon (or pancetta!), and juicy Trader Joe’s Just Chicken, they’re layered with ranch, melty cheese, and finished with a buttery garlic-Parmesan topping!
Ingredients
- 12 Trader Joe's Aloha Rolls one package
- 1 4 oz. package of Trader Joe's uncured pancetta this is found in the meat case usually near the bacon - you can substitute 8-10 slices of bacon if you like!
- 2 cups Trader Joe's Just Chicken, chopped into small 1/4 inch pieces can substitute rotiseerie chicken
- 2 tsp. Ranch dressing + more for a bolder ranch flavor
- 2 tsp. Trader Joe's Dry Ranch Seasoning
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
For the buttery topping
- 2 tbsp. butter, melted
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 tsp. dry parsley optional
Instructions
- Cook pancetta/bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook pancetta or bacon pieces for 10-12 until they turn golden brown and become crisp. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate and set aside.
- Prep Aloha rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F. Carefully cut Aloha rolls in half and place the bottom halves in a 9x13 baking pan or on a baking sheet. Tip: line your pan or baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy clean up!
- Make chicken mixture: In a medium bowl, combine chopped chicken, ranch dressing, ranch seasoning, and cooked bacon. Toss until well-combined.
- Make the topping: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, and dry parsley (if using).
- Assemble: Layer the cheddar cheese over the Aloha rolls. Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the cheese layer. Last, sprinkle on the mozzarella cheese. Lay the tops the Aloha rolls over the top and brush with the butter mixture.
- Bake: Cover the pan loosely with foil and bake for 15-20 minutes. Uncover and bake for 5-10 min more until the cheese is melty and the filling is heated through. Let the sliders cool for a minute or two, then cut apart with serrated knife...or just dig in!
Notes
Casey's Tips
- Prep ahead tip: Prep the chicken mixture the day before and make this a super quick and easy weeknight meal.
- Slicing the Aloha rolls: Use a sharp serrated knife and slice the rolls as one big slab (don’t pull them apart individually) to make assembly quick and easy, then cut them apart after baking.
- Storage: Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also wrap them tightly in in plastic wrap.
- Reheating: For best texture, reheat in the oven or toaster oven at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until warmed through and the tops are crisp again. You can also reheat in the air fryer at 320°F for 5–7 minutes.
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