5 Easy Hawaiian Roll Sliders You Need to Try (Cowboy Sliders, Chopped Grinders & More)

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Hawaiian Rolls (soft sweet rolls, keep whole for easy handling)
• 1 lb Ground Beef (80% lean, for Cowboy Slider)
• 8 slices Bacon (cut in half, half for Cowboy, half for Chicken Ranch)
• 12 oz Cheddar Cheese (shredded, divided between Cowboy and Chicken Ranch sliders)
• 1 cup Barbecue Sauce (sweet or smoky, for Cowboy and Roast Beef sliders)
• 2 pieces Jalapeño Pepper (thinly sliced, for Cowboy Slider (optional))
• 1/4 cup Onion (crunchy fried onions, optional for Cowboy Slider)
• 1.5 lb Chicken Breast (raw, for Chicken Bacon Ranch Slider)
• 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Packet (store‑bought, for Chicken Bacon Ranch Slider)
• 12 oz Cream Cheese (softened, 4 oz for Chicken Ranch, 8 oz for Cheesecake)
• 1 large Egg (for cheesecake filling stability)
• 2 tbsp Heavy Cream (for cheesecake frosting)
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar (divided between cheesecake filling and frosting)
• 1/2 cup Strawberry Pie Filling (sweetened, for cheesecake slider)
• 6 oz Deli Meats Trio (mix of salami, ham, pepperoni, for Italian Grinder Slider)
• 1 cup Lettuce (shredded, for Italian Grinder Slider)
• 4 oz Provolone Cheese (sliced, for Italian Grinder Slider)
• 1/4 cup Red Onion (thinly sliced, for Italian Grinder Slider)
• 1/4 cup Banana Peppers (sliced, for Italian Grinder Slider)
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil (for Italian Grinder dressing)
• 1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar (for Italian Grinder dressing)
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning (for Italian Grinder dressing)
• 2 tbsp Mayonnaise (binds Italian Grinder mixture)
• 6 tbsp Butter (divided: 2 tbsp for garlic butter, 2 tbsp for roast beef slider butter, 2 tbsp for cheesecake butter)
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder (for garlic butter on Italian and Roast Beef sliders)
• 1/2 tsp Onion Powder (for roast beef butter mixture)
• 2 tbsp Everything Bagel Topping (sprinkled on Italian and Roast Beef sliders)
• 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract (for cheesecake frosting)
• to taste Salt (pantry staple)
• to taste Black Pepper (pantry staple)
• to taste Onion Powder (pantry staple for seasoning ground beef)
• to taste Garlic Powder (pantry staple for seasoning ground beef)

Instructions

1. Prep the Hawaiian Rolls

   Separate the 12 Hawaiian rolls and place them, cut side up, on a large baking sheet. Set aside; they will be topped later for each slider variety.

   Time: PT5M

2. Make Cowboy Beef Sliders

   Heat the skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula, and brown for 5‑7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of Worcestershire sauce. Stir in 1/2 cup barbecue sauce and let simmer 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture onto 6 of the prepared rolls, then top with half the shredded cheddar, half the cooked bacon (crumbled), sliced jalapeños, and optional crunchy onions.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: medium‑high

3. Bake Cowboy Sliders

   Cover the baking sheet with foil and bake in a pre‑heated oven at 325°F for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and everything is hot.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 325°F

4. Prepare Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders (Slow‑Cook)

   Place raw chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb) in the crock‑pot. Dot with 4 slices of bacon, then spread the cream cheese (4 oz) on top. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning packet over everything. Cook on HIGH for 2½ hours (or LOW for 5‑6 hours) until chicken is tender.

   Time: PT2H30M

5. Shred Chicken and Finish Ranch Sliders

   When the chicken is done, remove it, shred with two forks, and return to the crock‑pot. Stir in the remaining shredded cheddar (4 oz) and the remaining 4 slices of cooked bacon (crumbled). Mix until cheese melts and the mixture is creamy.

   Time: PT10M

6. Assemble Ranch Sliders

   Spoon generous portions of the creamy chicken mixture onto another 6 rolls (cut side up). No additional topping needed; the cheese and bacon are already incorporated.

   Time: PT5M

7. Make Italian Grinder Slider Mix

   In a mixing bowl, combine the diced deli meats (6 oz), shredded lettuce, sliced provolone, sliced red onion, and banana peppers. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and 2 tbsp mayonnaise. Toss until everything is evenly coated.

   Time: PT10M

8. Toast Italian Grinder Rolls

   Melt 2 tbsp butter and stir in 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Brush each of the remaining 6 rolls with the garlic butter, then sprinkle lightly with everything bagel topping. Place on the baking sheet and toast in the oven at 350°F for 4‑5 minutes until golden.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

9. Assemble Italian Grinder Sliders

   Spoon the Italian grinder mixture onto the toasted rolls, spreading evenly. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until serving.

   Time: PT5M

10. Prepare Roast Beef & Cheddar Sliders

    Butter a 9×13‑inch pan with 2 tbsp butter. Layer sliced roast beef (6 oz) on the bottom, then top with sliced cheddar (4 oz). Drizzle 1/2 cup barbecue (Arby’s‑style) sauce over the meat and cheese.

    Time: PT5M

11. Toast Roast Beef Rolls

    Melt the remaining 2 tbsp butter with 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and brush the top side of the remaining 6 rolls. Sprinkle with everything bagel topping. Place the assembled roast beef mixture onto the rolls (meat side down) and bake at 315°F for 12‑14 minutes, uncovered, until the cheese melts and the rolls are lightly crisp.

    Time: PT13M

    Temperature: 315°F

12. Make Strawberry Cheesecake Filling

    In a bowl, beat together 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and 1 large egg until smooth. Fold in 2 tbsp heavy cream and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract.

    Time: PT7M

13. Assemble Cheesecake Sliders

    Place the remaining 6 rolls on a baking sheet, cut side up. Spoon a dollop of the cheesecake filling onto each roll, then top with a spoonful of strawberry pie filling. Brush the tops with 2 tbsp melted butter.

    Time: PT5M

14. Bake Cheesecake Sliders

    Bake covered at 325°F for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 5 minutes until the filling is set and the roll tops are lightly golden.

    Time: PT25M

    Temperature: 325°F

15. Finish Cheesecake Frosting (Optional)

    While the sliders bake, whisk together 4 oz softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, 1 tbsp heavy cream, and 1/4 tsp vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the warm cheesecake sliders before serving.

    Time: PT5M

16. Serve All Sliders

    Arrange the five different slider trays on a serving platter. Label each variety if desired. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

15 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

1 g