Easy Turkey Cranberry Sliders
These easy turkey cranberry sliders combine savory turkey, melted Swiss cheese and sweet-tart red chile cranberry sauce on soft Hawaiian rolls. They are an easy way to use leftover turkey, but they also work well as a warm party appetizer, game-day snack or simple weeknight meal.
A buttery Worcestershire topping gives the rolls a golden finish, while the New Mexico red chile adds a gentle layer of warmth.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 12 sliders
Cooking Method: Baking
Ingredients
- 1 package Hawaiian sweet rolls, 12 count
- 2 cups diced cooked turkey
- 1 cup Taste New Mexico Red Chile Cranberry Sauce
- 6 slices Swiss cheese or your preferred cheese
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon dried minced onion
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan and dried parsley, optional
Instructions
1. Prepare the Rolls
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with foil and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Keep the rolls connected and slice the entire slab horizontally to separate the tops from the bottoms.
2. Build the Sliders
Place the bottom half of the rolls in the prepared pan.
Spread the Taste New Mexico Red Chile Cranberry Sauce evenly over the rolls. Add the diced turkey and arrange the cheese over the turkey. Replace the top half of the rolls.
3. Make the Butter Topping
Whisk together the melted butter, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, dried onion, salt and black pepper.
Pour the butter mixture evenly over the tops of the sliders.
4. Bake the Sliders
Cover the pan with foil and let the sliders rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
Bake the sliders covered for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for approximately 5 additional minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden.
5. Cut and Serve
Sprinkle the sliders with grated Parmesan and dried parsley if desired.
Cut the connected rolls into 12 individual turkey cranberry sliders and serve them warm.
Tips for Making Turkey Cranberry Sliders
- Dice or shred the cooked turkey into small pieces so the sliders separate cleanly.
- Begin with one cup of red chile cranberry sauce and serve additional sauce on the side for a sweeter and spicier flavor.
- Swiss cheese works especially well, but provolone, cheddar, Monterey Jack or mozzarella can also be used.
- Assemble the sliders a few hours ahead and refrigerate them covered. Add the butter topping shortly before baking.
- These sliders are an excellent way to use leftover Thanksgiving or holiday turkey.
How to Store and Reheat the Sliders
Store leftover turkey cranberry sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Reheat the sliders in the oven or air fryer to help restore the texture of the Hawaiian rolls. Although they can be reheated in the microwave, the bread will be softer.
Complete the Recipe
The sweet, tart and slightly spicy flavor in these sliders comes from Taste New Mexico Red Chile Cranberry Sauce.
Pair these sliders with other recipes featuring New Mexico red chile, including Red Chile Cranapple Pie and Red Chile Cranberry Tartlets.
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