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The Ultimate Chopped Cheese Sliders with Spicy Garlic Butter Glaze

If you’re looking to bring NYC bodega vibes straight to your kitchen, these Chopped Cheese Sliders are the perfect move. Imagine juicy seasoned ground beef, melted American cheese, crisp lettuce, tomato, and a tangy burger sauce — all tucked into sweet, buttery Hawaiian rolls. And if that wasn’t enough? We’re topping the whole tray with a garlicky, buttery glaze that’s got a touch of heat thanks to Mike’s Hot Honey.

These are perfect for game day, backyard hangs, or any time you’re trying to impress without a ton of effort. Let’s get into it.

How to Make Chopped Cheese Sliders

Step 1: Prepare the Produce

Start by chopping your onion and shallot (or scallion) finely — these will blend right into the beef later.

Dice your tomato and shred the lettuce. Set the lettuce and tomato aside for topping later. Chop your parsley and keep it handy for the garlic butter topping.

Step 2: Make the Garlic Butter Topping

In a small saucepan (or microwave-safe bowl), melt the butter. Stir in garlic paste, Mike’s Hot Honey, garlic pepper seasoning, and chopped parsley.

Mix until combined and set aside. This glaze is going to add that irresistible, slightly sweet, buttery crust on the rolls.

Step 3: Sauté Onions & Brown the Beef

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Sauté the onions and shallot until soft and golden. Add the ground beef and season it with AP seasoning.

Use a spatula to break it up into smaller chunks — think “loose burger” texture.

Cook until browned and fully done, draining any excess fat if needed.

Step 4: Add the Cheese

Reduce the heat to low and top the cooked beef with American cheese slices. Let them melt slightly, then gently stir to combine the cheese into the meat mixture. This gives us that signature chopped cheese texture that’s gooey and rich.

Step 5: Mix the Sauce

While the beef cools slightly, mix together the mayo, ketchup, sweet relish, and garlic paste in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy.

Pop it in the fridge to let the flavors marry while you get the sliders assembled.

Step 6: Layer the Good Stuff

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally, keeping them connected if you can. Place the bottom half into a greased or lined baking dish.

Spread the burger sauce over the bottom buns. Spoon the chopped cheese mixture evenly across. Then layer on shredded lettuce and fresh tomato slices. Cap it off with the top half of the rolls.

Step 7: Glaze & Bake

Generously brush the tops with the garlic butter glaze. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 10 minutes.

Remove the foil and bake an additional 5–7 minutes until the tops are golden, slightly crisp, and the cheese is melty throughout.

Serve It Up!

Let the sliders cool slightly before slicing into individual portions. These are juicy, rich, and have the perfect balance of creamy, spicy, sweet, and salty. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week, this is your new MVP slider.

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