Meatball Sliders
These delicious meatball sliders are a perfect appetizer or casual meal. Juicy meatballs are nestled in soft slider buns and topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese. Ideal for game day, parties, or family dinners!
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 skillet
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 8 sliders slider buns
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat a skillet over medium heat and pour in the marinara sauce.
- Once the meatballs are done, add them to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes to warm the sauce and allow flavors to meld.
- Slice the slider buns in half and place a meatball on each bottom half. Top with a generous spoonful of marinara sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Place the sliders back on the baking sheet and put them in the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and place the top half of the buns on each slider. Serve warm.
Notes
You can customize your sliders with toppings like sliced olives, fresh basil, or banana peppers for added flavor.
These sliders pair well with a side of chips or a simple salad.
Leftover meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.