These Homemade Sliders Are Worth Every Little Bite

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20 Homemade Sliders With Big Flavor in Every BiteDavid Malosh


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What's the easiest way to serve a crowd fast? It's not flipping burgers over the grill or skewering appetizers on individual plates. It's sliders! These bite-sized sandwiches, stacked and served on small buns or rolls, are great for Super Bowl parties, outdoor gatherings, or even as a tasty snack.

A lot of The Pioneer Woman's slider recipes here start with a store-bought hack: a package of dinner rolls. Cut the whole pack of rolls in half horizontally. (Tip: A bread knife is perfect for slicing through the rolls without separating them.) Next, layer your favorite meats and cheeses on the bottom half of the rolls, and don't forget your toppings! Giving them a quick toast in the oven turns them all golden brown and crispy, and melts the cheese. Hence, an epic cheese pull!

There's a whole world of sliders to sink your teeth into: BBQ pulled pork sliders, buffalo chicken sliders, or even seafood sliders with crispy fish fillets and tangy tartar sauce. Ree Drummond's spicy whiskey BBQ sliders are what she likes to call, "drippy, diminutive, and divine." But if you're looking for a family-friendly meal, BLT sliders are a guaranteed hit with the kids. Best of all, slider sandwiches pair well with all kinds of dipping sauces—like Sriracha aioli, honey-jalapeño mayo, or garlic herb butter—which adds another layer of flavor. Prepare a few batches of different varieties, and people can mix and match on their own plate. Heck, you may never go back to a full-sized sandwich ever again.

What's the easiest way to serve a crowd fast? It's not flipping burgers over the grill or skewering appetizers on individual plates. It's sliders! These bite-sized sandwiches, stacked and served on small buns or rolls, are great for parties, outdoor gatherings, or even as a tasty snack.

A lot of The Pioneer Woman's slider recipes here start with a store-bought hack: a package of dinner rolls. Cut the whole pack of rolls in half horizontally. (Tip: A bread knife is great for slicing through the rolls without separating them.) Next, layer your favorite meats and cheeses on the bottom half of the rolls, and don't forget your toppings. Giving them a quick toast in the oven turns them all golden brown and crispy, and melts the cheese. Hence, an epic cheese pull!

There's a whole world of sliders to sink your teeth into: BBQ pulled pork sliders, buffalo chicken sliders, or even seafood sliders with crispy fish fillets and tangy tartar sauce. Ree Drummond's spicy whiskey BBQ sliders are what she likes to call, "drippy, diminutive, and divine." But if you're looking for a family-friendly meal, BLT sliders are a guaranteed hit with the kids. Best of all, these sandwich ideas pair well with all kinds of dipping sauces—like Sriracha aioli, honey-jalapeño mayo, or garlic herb butter—which adds another layer of flavor. Prepare a few of these finger foods of different varieties, and people can mix and match on their own sampler plate. Heck, you may never go back to a full-sized sandwich ever again.

Spicy Whiskey BBQ Sliders

"Decadent, drippy, diminutive," are three words to describe these burger sliders simmered in a BBQ sauce. Ree herself gives them a ringing endorsement: "When I took my first bite, I actually heard angels singing."

Get Ree's Spicy Whiskey BBQ Sliders recipe.

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spicy whiskey bbq sliders
Con Poulos

Ham and Cheese Sliders

This is a classic slider combo: ham and cheese. Sliders here combine thinly sliced ham with melted Swiss cheese, but it's the honey-jalapeño mayo is what makes them such a hit.

Get the Ham and Cheese Sliders recipe.

ham and cheese sliders
Will Dickey

Cheeseburger Sliders

It's everything you love about a whopper, but in bite-sized form! They're slathered in a secret sauce inspired by the kind you find at nostalgic burger joints.

Get the Cheeseburger Sliders recipe.

cheeseburger sliders
Will Dickey

Philly Cheesesteak Sliders

Skip the oversized hoagie roll and opt for these small sliders! They're made with boneless ribeye steak or skirt steak, veggie toppings, and an extra fun ingredient: Cheez Whiz.

Get the Philly Cheesesteak Sliders recipe.

philly cheesesteak sliders
Will Dickey

Pull-Apart Patty Melt Sliders

Ground beef, caramelized onions, and Swiss cheese? Yes, please. Caraway seeds are sprinkled over the buns and this gives the sliders a sharp anise taste.

Get Ree's Pull-Apart Patty Melt Sliders recipe.

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patty melt sliders
David Malosh

Pull-Apart Pesto Turkey Sliders

Ground turkey is great for sliders and a good alternative to beef. The dried basil and oregano, plus pesto, gives these sliders an extra freshness of flavor.

Get Ree's Pull-Apart Pesto Turkey Sliders recipe.

pull apart pesto turkey sliders
Ree Drummond

Pull-Apart Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Spicy, saucy—what's not to love about buffalo chicken? These sliders are topped with finely chopped carrots and celery, so you don't have to prepare a separate plate of crudités.

Get Ree's Pull-Apart Buffalo Chicken Sliders recipe.

pull apart buffalo chicken sliders
David Malosh

Grilled Chicken Sliders

For a lightened version of a slider, try grilled chicken. Cajun seasoning and adobo sauce give them lots of flavor.

Get Ree's Grilled Chicken Sliders recipe.

grilled chicken sliders
Con Poulos

BLT Sliders

BLT sandwiches are a childhood favorite! These burger sliders are topped with the trio of toppings you'd expect: bacon, tomato, and lettuce.

Get Ree's BLT Sliders recipe.

blt sliders
Ryan Dausch

Pull-Apart Egg Sandwiches

Wake up to sliders! These breakfast sandwiches are layered with soft-scrambled eggs and thinly sliced prosciutto for a grab-and-go meal in the morning.

Get the Pull-Apart Egg Sandwiches recipe.

SHOP SKILLETS

pull apart egg sliders
Colin Price

Roasted Caprese Burrata Sliders

Sliders aren't all about deli meats—and this recipe proves it. Roasted cherry tomatoes and fresno peppers are layered over creamy burrata cheese and fresh basil on toasted brioche buns.

Get the Roasted Caprese Burrata Sliders recipe at Half Baked Harvest.

roasted caprese burrata sliders
Half Baked Harvest

Pimento Cheese Burger Sliders

Roll each of these little burgers into patties, throw them in a cast-iron skillet, and they're ready for assembly within 20 minutes. Pimento cheese gives them a kick in every bite.

Get the Pimento Cheese Burger Sliders recipe at Meiko and the Dish.

pimento cheese burger sliders
Meiko and the Dish

Reuben Sliders

A Reuben is always classic—and the bite-sized version has all the flavors you'd expect. Just imagine how much of a hit these sliders would be at your next St. Patrick's Day party.

Get the Reuben Sliders recipe at The Modern Proper.

reuben sliders
The Modern Proper

Chicken Parmesan Sliders

Is there anything more comforting than chicken parm? Maybe these sliders, which are easy to assemble thanks to a few shortcuts: frozen chicken strips and jarred marinara sauce.

Get the Chicken Parmesan Sliders recipe at The Cookie Rookie.

chicken parmesan sliders
The Cookie Rookie

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sliders

There are just four ingredients in this recipe—yep, you read that right! Cook your favorite cut of pork, simmered in a soda-BBQ mixture, then pile onto brioche buns.

Get the Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sliders recipe at Table for Two.

SHOP SLOW COOKERS

slow cooker pulled pork sliders
Table for Two

Hot Italian Sliders

An Italian sandwich is always the perfect blend of savory and sweet—and so are these sliders. Everything bagel seasoning is sprinkled over the buns for extra flavor.

Get the Hot Italian Sliders recipe at Yellow Bliss Road.

italian sliders
Yellow Bliss Road

Pepperoni Pizza Sliders

Skip the delivery and opt for pizza sliders! You still get the melty cheese, pepperoni, and red sauce you crave in a regular slice.

Get the Pepperoni Pizza Sliders recipe at Julie's Eats and Treats.

pepperoni pizza sliders
Julie's Eats and Treats

Cheesy Schezwan Paneer Sliders

Ever tried paneer or Schezwan chutney? You're in for a treat. These sliders are a combo of Indian-style cheese (paneer) with Chinese (Schezwan) chopped veggies.

Get the Cheesy Schezwan Paneer Sliders recipe at Cook With Manali.

cheesy schezwan paneer sliders
Cook with Manali

Chicken Banh Mi Sliders

Banh mi is a type of Vietnamese sandwich that's usually served on a baguette with deli meats, but this is a slider version. You'd be surprised how easy it is to quick-pickle your own topping of carrots and daikon in the fridge.

Get the Chicken Banh Mi Sliders recipe at The Little Kitchen.

chicken banh mi sliders
The Little Kitchen

Chicken and Waffle Sliders

Sweet and sticky are two words that come to mind for this set of sliders. The chicken is glazed in a honey sauce that is so good, frankly, will be the talk of the party.

Get the Chicken and Waffle Sliders recipe at Dude That Cookz.

SHOP WAFFLE MAKERS

chicken and waffle sliders
Dude That Cookz

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