Flavorful Italian Beef Sliders with sweet Hawaiian rolls, savory roast beef, melty Provolone, tangy peperoncini, and rich seasoned butter.
Italian Beef Sliders Are…
- Mega Flavorful: The butter mixture is *chef’s kiss*.
- Simple To Make: Easy for any skill level.
- Accessible Ingredients: Readily available for a quick meal.
- Crowd-Pleasing: Everyone always loves these!
- Comforting: Melted cheese and tender beef — does it get any better?!
Italian Beef Sliders Ingredients:
- Hawaiian/Soft Rolls: Check for the softest possible package.
- Provolone Cheese: Mild and melts really well.
- Deli Roast Beef: Choose rare to ensure it remains juicy after baking baked.
- Peperoncini: Tangy with some heat; replace with banana peppers for less heat.
- Parmesan Cheese: Optional for a salty crust.
Butter Mixture
- Unsalted Butter: Leave out added salt if using salted butter.
- Dried Minced Onion: Subtle sweetness.
- Garlic Powder: Consistent nice flavor.
- Dijon Mustard: Depth of flavor and helps to thicken mixture.
- Dried Herbs: To create the Italian flavor profile.
How To Make Italian Beef Sliders
- Preheat: Oven to 350°F. Grease 9×13 pan.
- Mix: Combine melted butter and seasonings.
- Slice & Place: Halve rolls horizontally, keeping individual rolls connected.
- Brush: Apply butter mix to cut sides of rolls.
- Layer: Cheese, beef, pepperoncini, more cheese.
- Bake: Uncovered, 10 mins.
- Top & Brush: Add roll tops, brush with butter, sprinkle Parmesan (optional).
- Bake Again: Cover with foil, 20 mins. Uncover, 10 mins till golden.
- Serve: Hot, sliced into sliders.
What To Serve With Italian Beef Sliders
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Complements flavors nicely.
- Caesar Salad: Keeps it light and crunchy.
- Coleslaw: Nice, tangy crunch.
- Italian Pasta Salad: Fun complementary side.
- Pickles: Always great with sliders!
- Fresh Fruit: Or try our fave fruit salad.
Storage
Leftovers?
Italian Beef Sliders are best enjoyed fresh and hot, but for leftovers:
- Cool: Let cool to room temp.
- Store: In an airtight container, refrigerate (3 days) or freeze (3 months).
- Reheat: Thaw if frozen, then warm at 350°F until hot (10-15 mins).
Other Slider Recipes:
- Monte Cristo Sliders
- Cuban Sliders
- Ham and Cheese Sliders
- French Dip Sliders (reader favorite!)
- Italian Sliders
Italian Beef Sliders
Flavorful Italian Beef Sliders with sweet Hawaiian rolls, savory roast beef, melty Provolone, tangy peperoncini, and rich seasoned butter.
Ingredients
Sliders:
- 12-count package Hawaiian/soft rolls (Note 1)
- 12 slices provolone cheese
- 3/4 lb (up to 1 lb) deli roast beef (Note 2)
- 1/2 cup peperonicini, well drained/dried (Note 3)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, optional
Butter:
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted & slightly cooled
- 1-1/2 teaspoons dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon each: garlic powder & dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon each: dried parsley, oregano, & Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon each: salt & pepper
Instructions
- PREP: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. Line pan with parchment paper.
- BUTTER: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and let it cool slightly. Whisk in remaining ingredients listed under "butter."
- BRUSH ON BUTTER: Using a serrated bread knife, carefully slice the entire block of Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the individual rolls attached (See Note 1). Place the bottom half of the rolls in the prepared pan.Brush 2 tbsp of the butter mixture on the cut sides of both the top and bottom halves of the rolls (using 4 tablespoons in total).
- LAYER IN FOLLOWING ORDER: 6 slices of cheese, roast beef, well-drained peperoncinis (if using), 6 remaining slices of cheese. Do not add top slab of rolls yet. Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
- BAKE AGAIN: Remove pan from oven and place top half of the rolls onto the sliders. Generously brush the top and sides with the remaining butter mixture. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Cover the pan with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- ENJOY: Serve hot, cutting into individual sliders.
Recipe Notes
Note 1: Rolls: Keep the rolls intact and slice them in half horizontally.
Note 2: Beef: Choose the rarest deli roast beef to avoid overcooking in the oven. Simply ask the deli counter staff for assistance.
Note 3: Peperoncini: If you're not a fan, feel free to omit them or replace with banana peppers for less heat. Thoroughly drain and squeeze out extra moisture with a paper towel. Ensure they're very dry before adding to sliders.
Note 2: Beef: Choose the rarest deli roast beef to avoid overcooking in the oven. Simply ask the deli counter staff for assistance.
Note 3: Peperoncini: If you're not a fan, feel free to omit them or replace with banana peppers for less heat. Thoroughly drain and squeeze out extra moisture with a paper towel. Ensure they're very dry before adding to sliders.Nutrition
Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 661mg | Potassium: 131mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 362IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 234mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
These sliders are so great that I wanted to let you know this – my fiance was away on a yearlong deployment with the military. The day he came back, I asked if he wanted to go out to eat somewhere or wanted me to cook something at home for dinner. He requested these sliders, specifically. It’s one of our go-to’s, thank you for an incredible recipe!
I’m so thrilled to hear this! Thanks Amanda! 🙂
Can’t wait to try your recipes, looks delicious…
Thanks so much Shirley! 🙂
So good, easy, versatile. Made this week and making again this weekend.
So glad to hear that! 🙂
These were SO easy to make and they turned out delicious! Perfect for college kids who need something cheap and filling.
I am so happy to hear! Thank you so much Mary! 🙂
These are incredible! Who knew such a simple, hot sandwich could be so good. I don’t often keep many of the recipes I try, but as my boyfriend and I were eating these he said to make sure I log this one! Of course I agreed 🙂
I am so happy to hear this Amanda! Thanks so much for your comment! 🙂
I can’t wait to make these for my family!!!
Hope everyone loves them! 🙂
SO easy and SO delicious! Didn’t change a thing. 12 were gone in under 5 minutes for 3 of us.
Yay! Thrilled to hear these were a hit 🙂
Fantastic ideas keep them coming
Thanks Richard!