Turkey Sliders with Barbecue Sauce

These juicy turkey sliders are packed with flavor and topped with tangy barbecue sauce for the perfect bite. They’re quick to make and great for casual gatherings or a tasty weeknight dinner.

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TIME55 min

SERVINGS4

RATING4.9 / 5

COOKBOOK / 30503

01 / WHAT YOU NEED

Ingredients

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1 pound ground turkey ½ cup rolled oats ¼ cup hickory brown sugar barbecue sauce (such as Sweet Baby Ray's®) 2 teaspoons hickory smoke seasoning (such as Savory Spice® Red Rocks) 1 teaspoon granulated onion ¼ cup water 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 6 brioche buns, halved Toppings: 3 slices three-pepper Colby-Jack cheese (such as Boar's Head), quartered, or to taste 2 tablespoons hickory brown sugar barbecue sauce (such as Sweet Baby Ray's®), or to taste

02 / HOW TO MAKE IT

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01

Mix and Shape Meatballs

In a small bowl, mix together the turkey, oats, barbecue sauce, hickory seasoning, and granulated onion until everything is well combined. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 1/2 ounces each.

Turkey Sliders with Barbecue Sauce step 1

02

Bake meatballs in sauce

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Pour the water, Worcestershire sauce, and tamari into a 9x9-inch baking dish, then nestle the meatballs in the liquid. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

Turkey Sliders with Barbecue Sauce step 2

03

Toast buns and assemble

While the meatballs are baking, you can toast the brioche buns until they’re golden and slightly crispy, if you like. Once the meatballs are done, pile them onto the buns, add a slice of cheese on top, then sprinkle with crispy onions and drizzle some extra barbecue sauce over everything before serving.

Turkey Sliders with Barbecue Sauce step 3

03 / EXTRA DETAILS

Good to know.

Cook's tip

- Use ground turkey with a bit of fat for juicier sliders.
- Avoid pressing the patties down while cooking to keep them moist.
- Let the sliders rest for a few minutes before serving to lock in the flavors.

Why you’ll love it

These sliders are packed with juicy turkey and tangy barbecue sauce, making them a tasty and healthier alternative to traditional beef sliders. They are quick to prepare and perfect for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Serving ideas

Serve these sliders on soft mini buns with crisp lettuce and sliced pickles for added crunch. Pair them with coleslaw or sweet potato fries for a complete and satisfying meal.

Storage & leftovers

Store any leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven to keep them moist and flavorful.