Bacon Ranch BBQ Chicken Sliders (Print)
Tender BBQ chicken, crispy bacon, ranch, cheese, and fresh toppings in handheld sliders.
# What You'll Need:
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1.5 lbs chicken breasts, cut into 4-inch pieces
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1 pack Hawaiian rolls, 12 count
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8 slices bacon
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2 cups barbecue sauce, divided
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1/3 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup ranch dressing
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2 cups shredded lettuce
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1/4 red onion, sliced
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12 squares Colby jack cheese, cracker-cut size
# How to Make It:
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Place chicken in a zip-top bag or bowl with 1 cup barbecue sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or ideally 4 hours or overnight.
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Cook bacon in a skillet over low heat until crispy. Place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess grease.
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Prepare a grill to medium heat and cook chicken for about 3 minutes per side, basting with 1/2 cup barbecue sauce as it cooks. Chicken is done when its internal temperature reaches 165°F (73.8°C).
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Slice Hawaiian rolls horizontally for sandwiches. Spread mayonnaise on the bottom buns.
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Place grilled chicken on the bottom buns, spread additional barbecue sauce over the chicken, add a slice of cheese, then top with bacon, red onion slices, shredded lettuce, and drizzle ranch dressing over the lettuce.
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Place the top buns on the sliders, slice them into individual portions, and serve. If preparing ahead, add ranch dressing just before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in barbecue sauce.