Description
Savory Italian sliders merge classic Mediterranean flavors with miniature burger magic. Guests will appreciate the zesty blend of herbs, cheese, and tender meat nestled in perfectly toasted rolls.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 500 grams (1.1 pounds) ground beef or ground chicken
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese and Additional Ingredients:
- 12 slider buns
- 6 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Heat a skillet over medium flame and sauté ground meat, crumbling it while cooking. Incorporate Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking until meat is thoroughly browned and looks evenly seasoned.
- Carefully slice slider buns horizontally, keeping them connected as one unit. Arrange the bottom halves in the prepared baking dish, creating a unified base.
- Distribute the cooked meat uniformly across the bun bottoms. Ladle marinara sauce over the meat, creating a rich layer. Top with provolone or mozzarella slices, then sprinkle additional shredded mozzarella for extra cheesiness.
- Gently position the top bun halves over the cheese layer, creating a complete slider sandwich.
- Combine melted butter with dried oregano and garlic salt in a small mixing bowl. Delicately brush this aromatic mixture across the bun tops, ensuring even coverage.
- Shield the sliders with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Uncover and continue baking 5-7 minutes until cheese melts completely and bun tops turn golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately while warm and fragrant.
Notes
- Swap ground meats easily to match dietary needs or preferences, ensuring tender, flavorful sliders every time.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking process and reduce kitchen stress during meal preparation.
- Choose high-quality marinara sauce for enhanced flavor depth and authentic Italian taste profile.
- Toast buns lightly before assembling to prevent soggy bottoms and maintain optimal slider texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 232 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg