Description
Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders are a delicious twist on the classic open-faced Kentucky Hot Brown sandwich, ideal for parties and gatherings. These warm, cheesy sliders feature layers of tender turkey, crispy bacon, and a creamy cheese sauce tucked inside soft slider buns, topped with fresh tomatoes and parsley for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Sliders
- 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
- 8 ounces sliced turkey breast
- 8 slices cooked bacon
Cheese Sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Toppings
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to prepare for baking the sliders evenly and thoroughly.
- Assemble Base: Slice the slider buns horizontally and place the bottom halves in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish as the foundation.
- Layer Ingredients: Evenly distribute the sliced turkey over the bottom buns, then layer the cooked bacon on top to build the savory base of the sliders.
- Make Cheese Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then whisk in the flour to form a roux; cook for about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and stir continuously until the sauce thickens smoothly.
- Season and Add Cheese: Stir salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika into the sauce, then add cheddar and Parmesan cheeses; continue stirring until the cheese melts completely and the sauce is creamy.
- Pour Sauce: Pour the creamy cheese sauce evenly over the layered turkey and bacon in the baking dish for a rich, indulgent topping.
- Add Top Buns: Place the tops of the slider buns over the cheese sauce, covering the filling completely.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the tops of the buns are lightly golden and slightly crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle diced tomatoes and fresh parsley over the sliders for freshness and color. Slice into individual portions and serve warm.
Notes
- You can assemble the sliders ahead of time and refrigerate; bake just before serving to save time.
- Substitute turkey with ham or roast beef to customize the sandwich to your preference.
- For extra flavorful tops, brush the bun tops with melted butter before baking.
