Turkey and Cheese Sliders
These delicious turkey and cheese sliders are loaded with layers of deli turkey, caramelized mushrooms and onions, and melty cheese, all on sweet Hawaiian rolls! They are perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or game-day spreads. Easy to assemble and bake, they’re sure to become a favorite.
Veggies on a slider?!
I know, it’s not the most expected component on a traditionally, game-day-centric food. But that’s what we do here. 😊
And also, why not?! Here, the sauteed mushrooms and onions add a lovely layer of flavor…and some veggies to boot. These sliders are…
🍗 Perfect for families: Quick and easy to make for a delicious weeknight dinner.
🧀 Cheesy layers: These sandwiches have layers of turkey, mushrooms & onions, melty cheese, and a flavorful dijonnaise.
😋 Seriously delicious: Sweet, savory, and cheesy flavors.
🛒 Made with simple ingredients: You don’t need much to make these!
🔥 Crowd-pleaser: These are great for parties, game days, casual gatherings, or weeknight dinners.
If you love sliders, be sure to try my grilled turkey burger sliders, meatball sliders, chicken Parmesan sliders, or buffalo chicken sliders next time!
We made these for a party and everyone loved them! –Amy
Ingredient Notes
You’ll need some fresh ingredients and pantry staples to make these party sliders: mushrooms, onion, butter, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, deli turkey meat, Hawaiian sweet rolls, and provolone cheese.
- Mustard: I recommend using Dijon mustard for the best flavor, but you could also use yellow mustard, whole grain mustard, or spicy brown mustard. And if you want to add a little sweetness, you could use honey mustard. All would be delicious!
- Turkey: Your favorite sliced deli turkey (smoked, oven-roasted, honey, etc.) will all work well here. I like using thinly sliced. You can even use leftover Thanksgiving turkey or buy your own roasted turkey breast and slice it at home.
- Slider buns: These sliders are best with a sweet Hawaiian-style slider bun or brioche bun. Look for the types that are all in one big piece so you can easily build them in bulk instead of layering each sandwich individually.
- Cheese: I think provolone gives an excellent flavor that doesn’t get lost, but you could really use any cheese that melts well. Havarti, white cheddar cheese, white American, or Swiss cheese would all be delicious.
Emily’s Tips & Tricks
- Pro tip: If you’re making these for a party, mix up the Dijon and mayonnaise and saute the mushrooms and onions and then your sliders will just need to be assembled and baked when you’re ready to serve them.
- Feeding kids without pressure: Sandwiches can be tough for young kids! I would recommend serving a portion of the sliders deconstructed if you can, or serve some extra rolls on the side and serve the meal with a few items you know your kids will eat, like fruit, milk, and/or some other sides if they aren’t going
- Variations: Feel free to switch up the components! You could use a different deli meat, or leftover turkey; switch up the cheese; or even use a different mayonnaise (we’re loving the Ayoh Foods Hot Giardinayo, and it would be so good on these!).
Turkey and Cheese Sliders Recipe
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Description
These turkey and cheese sliders have layers of deli turkey, caramelized mushrooms and onions, and melty cheese!
Ingredients
- 8 oz. sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 white onion, thinly sliced
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp. dijon mustard
- 12 oz. deli turkey meat
- 12 oz. Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 6 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a 9×13 pan with foil or parchment paper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Once it foams, add mushrooms and onions to pan. Season with a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring regularly, for about 6-8 minutes, until soft and lightly caramelized.
- Meanwhile, mix together aioli. In a small bowl, mix together dijon mustard and mayonnaise.
- Keeping the buns intact, cut Hawaiian rolls in half lengthwise carefully so they stay together. Spread mustard aioli over the bottom layer of buns.
- Layer sliced turkey on the bottom layer and top with mushroom and onion mixture. Layer sliced cheese over the mushrooms so that it covers them completely.
- Top with top bun section and bake sliders for 13-16 minutes, or until cheese is melted and buns are golden brown.
- Spread the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over the top of the hot buns; it should melt quickly.
Notes
- Storage: Leftover turkey sliders should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat the Hawaiian turkey sliders in a 375 degrees F oven until heated through. They are best out of the oven, but can also easily be microwaved in a pinch!
- Ingredient notes: Feel free to swap out the provolone cheese for another sliced cheese. White cheddar, white American, and swiss cheese would all work well.
- Prep ahead: This turkey slider recipe is best made fresh, but there are a few things you can prep ahead to make the assembly go even quicker: 1)mix mayonnaise and mustard together, and 2)saute the mushrooms and onions. When you’re ready to cook the sliders, reheat gently and assemble.
- Serve with: Veggies and dip, potato chips, fresh fruit.
Serving Suggestions
All these turkey and cheese sliders need is a few simple sides:
- Raw veggies with veggie dip
- Potato chips
- Pasta salad
- Fresh fruit, canned fruit, or applesauce
- Kale salad
- Air fryer broccoli
FAQs
Yes, turn them into cranberry turkey sliders! Simply swap out the deli turkey for Thanksgiving leftovers and add a layer of cranberry sauce or chutney and/or leftover stuffing as desired. Top with cheese and bake. It’s the perfect way to use up leftovers.
More Easy Turkey Recipes
If you like these baked turkey and cheese sliders, you might also like some of these other easy turkey recipes:
About the Author
Emily Dingmann is a recipe developer, nutrition expert, and founder of My Everyday Table. She specializes in creating easy, healthy recipes that help busy parents feed their families well every single day, without the stress. With a degree in Nutrition and over 20 years of experience, Emily shares family-friendly meals that are practical, nourishing, and full of flavor. Learn more about Emily’s approach to everyday cooking and nutrition here.
Food styling and photography by Loren Runion.
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We made these for a party and everyone loved them!
Brought these to the church potluck today, several compliments! I followed your make ahead suggestions Emily, and it was easy to put together this morning. Thank you for a winner!
Yay! Glad to hear it!