Get ready to sink your teeth into Cheesy BBQ Meatball Sliders, the ultimate crowd-pleasing delight! These mouthwatering sliders bring together the smoky goodness of barbecue and the irresistible flavor of meatballs in one tasty package. Picture juicy, tender meatballs smothered in tangy barbecue sauce, nestled within soft slider buns. Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout, planning a game day gathering, or simply looking for a delicious meal, these sliders are a winning choice. The combination of savory meatballs, zesty barbecue sauce, and the perfect bun makes each bite a burst of flavor and satisfaction. With their bite-sized format, these sliders are not only convenient to serve but also perfect for indulging in multiple servings. So, fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to savor the finger-licking deliciousness of Cheesy BBQ Meatball Sliders that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
- 12 frozen 1-inch party meatballs
- 1 (18 ounce) bottle BBQ sauce
- 1 (12 count) package Hawaiian bread rolls
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
- 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 12 dill pickle slices
- ½ cup crispy onion strips
- 3 tablespoons sliced green onions
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine meatballs and barbecue sauce in a small sauce pan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 10 minutes or until the meatballs are heated through.
- Slice rolls in half lengthwise, leaving the rolls connected to one another. Brush some butter to make a light coating on the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish and place the bottom half of the rolls in the dish, with the cut side facing up. Set remaining butter aside. Spoon out some of the bbq sauce from the sauce pan and spread lightly over the bread.
- Combine Cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese in a bowl and sprinkle 1/2 of cheese mixture over the sauce. Top with pickles and sprinkle evenly with onion strips.
- Use a 1-inch cookie cutter, or a small knife, to cut a small 1 inch hole into the tops of each roll. Place top half of rolls over the onion strips. Stir garlic powder into remaining melted butter and brush the mixture over the rolls, allowing any excess to drip into the cut out spaces. Spoon one meatball and about 1 teaspoon of sauce into the holes on each roll. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted throughout, uncovering halfway through, for about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with green onions.
