Crack Chicken Sandwiches
Savory and cheesy crack chicken sandwiches feature shredded chicken, cream cheese, bacon, and cheddar on sweet Hawaiian rolls for a flavorful, satisfying meal perfect for gatherings or dinner.
Equipment
- 1 oven preheated to 350°F
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 small bowl
- 1 baking sheet
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 ounce dry ranch dressing mix
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- ⅓ cup thinly sliced green onion
- 2½ cups cooked shredded chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 12 ounces cooked crumbled bacon
- 2½ cups mild shredded cheddar cheese divided (1 cup and 1½ cups)
- 12 sweet Hawaiian rolls sliced in half
- 6 tablespoons salted sweet cream butter melted
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, dry ranch dressing mix, onion powder, black pepper, and green onions; mix well.
- Stir in shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until evenly combined.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the bottom halves of the Hawaiian rolls.
- Sprinkle remaining 1½ cups cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture, then place the top halves of the rolls over the filling.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, grated parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh chives.
- Brush the butter mixture generously over the tops of the assembled rolls.
- Place sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and tops are golden brown.
- Remove from oven, allow to cool slightly, then serve warm.
Notes
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for spice.
- Make-ahead and bake before serving.
- Customize spices and toppings to taste.