Chopped Italian Sliders Recipe: The Ultimate Crowd-Pleaser for Any Occasion
These Chopped Italian Sliders are a delicious twist on the viral chopped Italian sandwich trend. Packed with fresh ingredients like lettuce, red onion, jalapeños, pickles, and a mix of deli meats, these sliders are brushed with garlic butter for an irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
For the sliders
- 1 package 340g Hawaiian rolls or slider buns (trust me, the sweetness of Hawaiian rolls takes these to the next level!)
- 8 slices of provolone cheese
- Mayonnaise for toasting the buns
For the garlic butter
- 1 clove garlic chopped
- ½ tablespoon parsley chopped
- ¼ cup butter room temperature
For the salad
- ¼ head of lettuce chopped
- ½ red onion chopped
- 2 small jalapeños seeds removed and chopped
- 3 pickles chopped
For the salad dressing
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ½ tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
For the deli meats
- 140 g hot mortadella
- 75 g Genoa salami
- 50 g pepperoni
- For serving optional:
- Hot sauce
- Mustard
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F. While it’s heating up, chop all your veggies and meats. This is where the fun begins—chopping everything into bite-sized pieces is oddly therapeutic!
- Make the Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix the chopped garlic and parsley. Add the cubed butter and combine everything. If the butter is too cold, pop it in the microwave for a few seconds to soften.
- Toss the Salad: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, red onion, jalapeños, and pickles. Add the salad dressing ingredients and mix well. Set this aside for later.
- Toast the Bottom Buns: Place the bottom halves of your slider buns on a sheet pan. Spread a generous layer of mayonnaise on the cut side and toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Heat the Meats: While the buns are toasting, toss the chopped deli meats into a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally until they’re warmed through (about 3-5 minutes).
- SteBuild the Sliders: Place a slice of provolone on each toasted bun and return them to the oven for 2-3 minutes to let the cheese melt.
- Layer the warmed meats evenly over the cheese.
- Add the top buns and brush them with the garlic butter mixture.
- Bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the buns are golden and the butter is melted.
- Add the Salad and Serve
- Carefully remove the top buns (they’ll be hot!) and drain any excess liquid from the salad. Spoon the salad mixture over the meat, close the sliders, and slice them into individual portions. Serve as is or with hot sauce and mustard on the side.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of jalapeños.
- For a vegetarian option, replace deli meats with grilled vegetables or plant-based alternatives.