Slider recipes are the MVPs of the finger food world. These mini sandwiches are endlessly versatile, offering a fun and tasty way to enjoy a variety of flavors and fillings.
But their true beauty lies in their adaptability. Slider recipes are great for any occasion from breakfast, lunch, dinner, potlucks and more.
The next time you’re planning a meal or gathering, consider the power of the mini sandwich. They’re sure to be a hit with any crowd!
Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
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If you are a ranch lover, try out this chicken bacon ranch recipe. Perfect recipe to use up leftover shredded or diced chicken.
The cheddar cheese that adds a nice tangy bite, creamy ranch dressing, and, of course, a pile of chicken on each slider.
If you have the chicken already cooked, then this is a one-pan dinner that is a 5-star appetizer.
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Steak and Cheese Sliders
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Try these steak sliders, which are loaded with caramelized onions and melted cheese, for a weeknight meal to a game day appetizer.
The kicker on these sandwiches is the creamy horseradish sauce. Pair your steak sandwiches with salty chips, coleslaw, pasta salad, or any other favorite side dishes.
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Maple Bacon Turkey Sliders
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Load up some turkey lunch meat or leftover holiday turkey and fill up your slider buns. Add on some bacon, white cheddar cheese, and a sweet maple glaze that really adds a fantastic twist to these mini sliders.
It only takes 30 minutes to whip these up for a party food or dinner idea for kids and adults to enjoy. There is minimal cleanup with this recipe, which is always a win.
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Ham Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders
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Sweet Hawaiian buns loaded with scrambled eggs, melted cheese, ham, and a maple glaze topping. These sliders take 35 minutes to make and are tasty for breakfast or dinner.
The best part is it’s a very budget-friendly meal, with minimal ingredients needed. Perfect for those no-fuss weeknight dinner ideas or a Saturday morning brunch option.
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Pork Sliders
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This BBQ pork slider is one dish that screams summer! It features tender and flavorful pulled pork paired with a barbecue sauce and topped with a crunchy coleslaw mix.
Serve these bite-size sandwiches up and watch them disappear before your eyes.
For a twist on this dish, you could easily swap the pork for brisket or even pulled BBQ chicken.
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Cheeseburger Sliders
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Skip a plain ol’ cheeseburger and whip up these mini cheeseburgers, loaded with seasoned ground beef pressed into a pan and baked in the oven.
Then, assemble your sliders and bake to melt the cheese and warm up the Brioche buns.
Pair with your favorite condiments and create custom burgers for each person—a creative way to change up your hamburger game.
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Chicken Enchilada Sliders
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Move over tacos, hello chicken enchilada sliders. Family and friends will devour these saucy chicken sandwiches that offer Tex-Mex flavors. Tender chicken is smothered in an enchilada sauce, shredded cheese, a sprinkle of cilantro, and more.
In under an hour, you can have a dish that will make those taste buds super happy. You will need some napkins, as these are a bit messy to eat from all the cheesy and saucy goodness.
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Grilled Salmon Sliders
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Here is a wonderful, light, and refreshing salmon slider. It is filled with grilled salmon, garlic lemon aioli, and fresh greens.
These are a seafood lover’s dream come true and are perfect for spring and summer months when you want something a bit lighter.
Only takes 30 minutes from start to finish, so easy throw together and ready to serve. Talk about an easy dish that is made with real ingredients.
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Monte Cristo Sliders
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Hawaiian rolls get a sweet and savory filling in this recipe. Monte Cristo sandwiches are amazing for brunch, lunch, or dinner, so feel free to whip out this recipe anytime. Plus, this is an affordable recipe that uses deli meat.
Ham, turkey, cheese, jam, and a buttery brushed mixture go into these sandwiches.
Once the sliders cool slightly, dust them with some sweet powdered sugar for that final touch to a Monte Cristo sandwich.
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Cheesy Meatball Sliders
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Hidden inside each meatball is a piece of cheese, so when you sink your teeth into these BBQ meatball sliders, you get that fantastic cheese pull!
Now, you can speed up the prep and reach for frozen meatballs, and still end up with incredible party food or no-fuss dinner that even picky eaters will gobble right up.
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Pizza Sliders
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Whip up these bite-sized bursts of pepperoni pizza that are loaded with sauce, pepperoni slices, and gooey melted cheese.
All the pizza flavors are nestled in between soft pillowy slider buns that are a party hit.
Who wants a boring appetizer when you can create these easy pepperoni pizza sandwiches that take just a handful of ingredients?
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French Dip Sliders
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Take French dip sandwiches to a whole new level. The mini buns are loaded with roast beef, caramelized onions, and provolone cheese and are basted with a buttery mixture to keep the rolls ultra-soft.
Run a knife along the rolls to help them pull apart really easily, and serve them up to guests or your family. They will love all the flavors in these mini sandwiches.
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Turkey Pesto Sliders
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This is the perfect way to use your leftover turkey from your holiday feast. Or simply swap the turkey with rotisserie chicken for an easy weeknight meal.
Juicy turkey, melted cheese, and pesto goodness are perfect for your fluffy slider buns.
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders
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Skip the buffalo wings and try these buffalo chicken sandwiches. Pulled chicken that is smothered in a buffalo sauce and a cream cheese mixture to help tame down the spice.
These are a hit for parties and will score BIG with a large crowd. If you are a fan of buffalo chicken dip, try this dish and watch everyone reach for seconds.
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Italian Sliders
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Take a trip to Italy with this Italian slider recipe. These mini buns are loaded with a variety of thin-sliced deli meat, Italian dressing, two types of cheese, etc.
Brush with a buttery spice-filled topping and bake to golden brown perfection.
These Italian-inspired sandwiches will add a lot of flavor to your party spread.
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Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders
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This breakfast sandwich features bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, and cheese in a whole new way. It’s easy to pull apart and eat one mini-slider or two. You can start your morning off with a breakfast treat that will offer good protein to fuel you to lunch.
These are also great for popping in the freezer and pulling them out for those busy mornings when you need something quick to heat up before heading out the door.
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Baked Reuben Sliders
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You can use deli corned beef or leftover corned beef you might have had earlier in the week. This recipe uses thin sliced corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut for a nice kick, and a delicious dressing to bring the sandwich together.
Great for a game day snack as you root on your favorite teams. The bonus is the total time for making these sliders is 35 minutes!
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Pesto Chicken Sliders
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Chicken pesto sliders are a perfect party bites. Shredded chicken paired with pesto for that earthy and herby flavor and, of course, cheese are all piled in these bite-size buns.
Brush the buns with a buttery mixture to help keep your sliders nice and soft. Serve these chicken sandwiches warm, straight from the oven. This is a great kid-friendly dish too.
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BLT Sliders
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This sandwich has all the traditional flavors of a classic BLT sandwich, and you have endless options to dress it up even more. Salty bacon, crisp lettuce, tender tomatoes are always a delicious combo.
You can always load on more ingredients to enhance the flavors of this crispy and crunchy sandwich.
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Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
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Tender sliced steak, sauteed onions, peppers, and provolone cheese come together in between mini sliders. This steak recipe is fantastic for your entertaining needs, game day snacking, or the dish to feed plenty of guests for dinner.
You get all the flavors of an iconic Philly cheesesteak but with a twist. A super easy recipe to make, and great for those who are new to spending time in the kitchen.
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Up Next: 21 Easy Potluck Recipes to Feed a Crowd
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Potlucks are a fantastic way to gather with friends and family, enjoying a delicious spread of shared dishes.
Here’s delicious recipes for main dishes, appetizers and sides that are perfect for your next potluck.
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