Slider Recipes

We tackled the slider craze with the help of Top Chef Masters' Richard Blais. These baby burgers range from absolutely classic to a beet-based veggie special and a succulent tuna version with a wasabi kick.

We'll start with Bacon and Cheddar Sliders.

Classic burger toppings are all here. Toasting buns on the grill gives a delightful crunch.

Pleasantly bitter broccoli rabe gives sliders a sophisticated edge and introduces a likely unfamiliar veggie in a delicious way. The Italian flavors of broccoli rabe and provolone cheese may sound like an unlikely combination but make for a truly great family-friendly meal. Simply seasoned with salt and pepper, paprika, and Worcestershire, these succulent sliders are flavorful enough to please both kids and parents. Use Broccolini for a milder flavor. To create a truly terrific burger use quality 93% lean ground sirloin and premium whole wheat buns. Lean ground sirloin and reduced-fat cheese help keep fat and calories in check.

A handful of fresh mint boosts the flavor of ground turkey, while cream cheese keeps the patties moist. Mild-flavored pepperoncini peppers top these sliders served on water rolls.

Who knew it was possible to pack this much flavor into a two-inch-tall slider? These are perfect as a nosh at your next cocktail party or enjoyed as an easy weeknight dinner.

These mini sliders are a fun weeknight meal the whole family is sure to love. Dijon mustard gives the apricot chutney the perfect amount of peppery tang to complement the grilled chicken.

Melted mozzarella and savory meatballs are nestled within a fluffy water roll. You might just have a new dinnertime favorite.

An already kid-friendly classic just got kicked up a notch. Kids and adults alike will love these pint-sized sliders.

This bite-size veggie burger will leave you satisfied and craving another. Good news: a serving size is two sliders.

These mini-burgers make fun and tasty appetizers. Although we enjoyed them on Parker House rolls, they would also be tasty on small dinner rolls or sweet Hawaiian bread rolls.

Homemade muffins, a crispy panko topping, fresh guacamole—and don't forget the bacon—you've got to try this one. Serve with our Garlic and Herb Oven Fries.

Looking for a fun weeknight dinner? Challenge your kids’ palettes by introducing blue cheese in these juicy mini burgers. If blue cheese is too far of a stretch, try feta or mild queso fresco mixed into the turkey burger mixture.

This slider is piled high with fresh veggies, spicy wasabi mayo and deliciously seasoned tuna. Buy fresh or frozen Pacific albacore or yellowfin tuna for a sustainable choice.

Didn't think pulled chicken was possible in less than 20 minutes? You'll become a believer once you try your first bite of this delicious sweet and savory sandwich. For a less sweet option, use sliced dill pickles.

These lamb sliders are an unexpected twist. We love the pairing of sweet caramelized onions and tangy blue cheese.

Skip the pasta and try meatball sliders instead. Best of all, you can make the meatballs ahead and freeze them for a quick meal on busy nights. Prep Pointer: Adding ricotta to the meatballs keeps them moist.

Shredded, grilled chicken thighs are dipped in Carolina-style barbecue sauce, a vinegar-based mix with mustard, a little honey, seasonings, and butter.

Though we usually shy away from processed foods, we do love American cheese here for that old-school burger joint flavor; you can certainly substitute cheddar, if you prefer. Rinsing the onion removes some of its harsh bite; use a fine sieve.

For this slider, we tuck the usual Buffalo wing accompaniments—carrots and celery—inside the patty. This gives you all the flavors of a wing plate while also helping to keep the lean breast meat moist. When shredding the celery (so that it incorporates nicely), you’ll have to stop occasionally to pull and discard the strings. Be sure to search for celery bunches with nice, fresh leaves still attached.

These sliders are a saucy mess, in the best way possible—leaving you sweet-tangy drips to lick off your hands. The recipe demonstrates one tasty way to use our slow cooker pork recipe. Go for a standard, soft bun here—it's best for barbecue.

Top patties with mozzarella and marinara for a kid-friendly twist on an Italian classic.