Meatball Parmesan Sliders Recipe

Introduction

Meatball Parmesan Sliders are a fun and delicious twist on a classic Italian favorite. These bite-sized sandwiches are perfect for parties, game days, or a cozy family dinner. Loaded with meatballs, cheese, and a flavorful garlic butter, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 24 King’s Hawaiian Rolls (2 12-pack packages)
• 24 meatballs (frozen or fresh)
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup butter (softened)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp garlic paste
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375˚F.
2. Step 2: Make the garlic butter by combining the butter, parsley, dried basil, dried thyme, kosher salt, garlic paste, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
3. Step 3: Arrange the Hawaiian rolls snugly in a 9×13-inch baking pan. Use a serrated knife to carefully cut a hole out of the middle of each roll.
4. Step 4: Brush the tops and the inside edges of the holes with the garlic butter mixture evenly. Bake the rolls for 6-8 minutes until the butter has melted and the rolls are lightly toasted. Remove from the oven.
5. Step 5: In a bowl, mix the mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Use half of this cheese mixture to fill the holes in the rolls. Place one meatball on top of the cheese in each hole, then add a dollop of marinara sauce over each meatball.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle the remaining half of the cheese mixture over all the sliders.
7. Step 7: Bake the sliders for 20-25 minutes until the meatballs are heated through and the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

Tips & Variations

• Use fresh homemade meatballs or your favorite store-bought ones for convenience.
• Try adding a slice of pepperoni on top of the meatballs for extra flavor.
• For a spicier kick, increase the red pepper flakes or add some sliced jalapeños.
• Substitute mozzarella with provolone or fontina cheese for a different cheese profile.

Storage

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in a 350˚F oven for 10-15 minutes until warmed through and the cheese is melty again. You can also microwave them for a quick option, but the texture of the rolls may be softer.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sliders and refrigerate them for a few hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.

Can I freeze Meatball Parmesan Sliders?

These sliders freeze well if wrapped tightly in foil and placed in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven from frozen, covered with foil to prevent drying out, until heated through.

Meatball Parmesan Sliders Recipe

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These Meatball Parmesan Sliders are a delicious and easy appetizer or meal that features soft Kings Hawaiian rolls filled with savory meatballs, melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese, and tangy marinara sauce, all topped with a flavorful garlic herb butter and baked to cheesy, bubbly perfection.

• Author: Marco
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 24 sliders 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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Slider Ingredients

• 24 Kings Hawaiian Rolls (2 12-pack packages)
• 24 meatballs (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Garlic Herb Butter

• 1/4 cup butter (softened)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp garlic paste
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375˚F to prepare for baking the sliders.
2. Make Garlic Butter: In a bowl, combine softened butter, chopped fresh parsley, dried basil, dried thyme, kosher salt, garlic paste, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
3. Prepare Rolls: Arrange the Kings Hawaiian rolls snugly in a 9×13 inch baking pan. Using a serrated knife, carefully cut out the center of each roll to create a hole for the filling. Brush the tops and inside edges of the holes evenly with the garlic butter mixture. Bake the rolls for 6-8 minutes to toast them lightly and melt the butter, then remove from the oven.
4. Assemble Sliders: Mix mozzarella and parmesan cheese together. Spoon half of the cheese mixture into each roll hole. Place a meatball on top of the cheese, then add a dollop of marinara sauce over each meatball. Sprinkle the remaining cheese mixture evenly over the tops of all the sliders.
5. Bake Sliders: Return the assembled sliders to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from oven and serve warm.

Notes

• You can use store-bought or homemade meatballs depending on preference.
• For extra spice, increase the amount of red pepper flakes in the garlic butter.
• Make sure rolls are arranged tightly in the pan to prevent them from sliding apart while baking.
• These sliders are perfect for parties and can be served with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
• Leftover sliders can be reheated in the oven wrapped in foil at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.

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