These Italian Beef Sliders are loaded with tender roast beef, tangy pepperoncini peppers, and gooey provolone cheese all sandwiched between buttery soft Hawaiian rolls.
Why you’ll love these italian beef sliders
- Flavorful. Buttery rolls, tangy peppers, juicy beef, and gooey cheese…what’s not to love?!
- Easy. 15 minutes of prep? Yes please!
- Versatile. Swap out the bread, meat, and cheese for a whole new flavor profile!
- Great for any occasion! Perfect whether it’s a party or a family dinner.
Ingredients
- Hawaiian Rolls – they’re fluffy and sweet making them the perfect vessel for juicy roast beef and tangy peppers. You’ll need 1 (12 oz) package.
- Provolone Cheese – a mild cheese that pairs beautifully with the other flavors of the dish. Feel free to use another cheese such as swiss, mozzarella, or fontina. Whatever you choose, you’ll need 1 (8 oz) package sliced cheese.
- Roast Beef – have it sliced fresh from the deli counter at the grocery store for the best results. Ask for 1 pound thinly sliced. If you’re looking for a more budget friendly option, opt for packaged roast beef. Feel free to use another deli meat, if desired.
- Pepperoncini Peppers – subtly spicy with a great tang! If you want more spice, try jalapeños instead.
- Butter Sauce – a combination of unsalted butter and a packet of dry Italian salad dressing. This simple duo adds a flavor punch that makes these sliders extra delicious.
How to make
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls, layer the meat, cheese, and peppers, then spoon the butter sauce over the top.
- Bake in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish at 350 degrees F until the cheese is melty and the beef is hot, then slice, serve, and devour.
How to make in advance
Assemble the sliders as directed, but don’t make or apply the butter sauce. Cover the baking dish tightly with saran wrap then place in the fridge. When ready, remove the saran wrap, mix together and pour on the sauce. Bake, adding additional time, if necessary, then serve and enjoy.
Variations
- Try a different type of bread. Dinner rolls, brioche buns, or ciabatta rolls could all be a great option.
- Layer on other cheeses. Anything that melts well should work! Mozzarella, fontina, gouda, havarti, monterey jack, or pepperjack are some ideas.
- Use another meat. Swap roast beef for sliced turkey, ham, or chicken.
- Add more veggies. Caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, cooked bell peppers would all make a great addition to these sandwiches.
- Spice up the butter sauce. Throw in minced garlic, fresh herbs, parmesan cheese, or even some red pepper flakes to mix it up.
Tips
- Don’t separate the rolls before baking, this helps keep them soft.
- If you’re serving this to kids, remove the seeds from the pepperoncini peppers for a milder flavor.
- Too dry? Serve these next to a dipping sauce of au jus, marinara, ranch, etc.
What to serve with italian beef sliders
- Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
- Green Salad with Salad Dressing of choice
- Air Fryer Pickles
- Air Fryer Tater Tots
How to store
Leftovers will last in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To freeze, wrap individual sliders in foil. To enjoy again, reheat in the oven at 350 degrees F until warmed through.
– Jennifer
Italian Beef Sliders
Equipment for this recipe
Ingredients
Butter Sauce
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 (.6 oz) packet dry Italian salad dressing
Italian Beef Sliders
- 1 (12 oz) package hawaiian rolls
- 1 (8 oz) package sliced provolone cheese
- 1 pound sliced roast beef
- 1 (12 oz) jar pepperoncini peppers drained and roughly chopped
Instructions
Butter Sauce
- Whisk together melted butter and dry Italian salad dressing packet in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
Italian Beef Sliders
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Slice the group of 12 rolls in half horizontally so that you have one “slab” of tops and one “slab” of bottoms. (Do not pull the rolls apart.)
- Place the bottom “slab” into the prepared baking dish, then top with 1/2 the provolone cheese.
- Layer on the sliced roast beef, then top with chopped peppers and remaining cheese.
- Place top rolls on then spoon the melted butter mixture evenly over the rolls.
- Bake, uncovered, in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Cover with tin foil, then bake an additional 15 minutes or until the sliders are hot.
- Cut into individual sandwiches and enjoy!
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Nutrition Information
*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.