Spaghetti and Meatball Sliders

Spaghetti and Meatball Sliders are a fun twist on two favorites, transforming dinner into an appetizer with handheld spaghetti sandwiches packed with homemade meatballs, tangy marinara sauce, and melted cheese, all nestled between soft Hawaiian rolls. This easy concoction makes enjoying spaghetti and meatballs as simple as picking them up with your hands, no fork required!

Cooking inspiration comes from all over, and this one came from TikTok. It features juicy meatballs, al dente pasta, sweet slider rolls, and your favorite spaghetti sauce. It reinvents your favorite family dinner into something that resembles meatball subs. 

You’ll take these delicious meatball sliders to the next level when you make your meatballs. This easy dinner is easy to save for later, too! The leftovers taste as delicious as the freshly made cheesy Italian meatball sliders. 

Why You’ll Love Spaghetti & Meatball Sliders

• The perfect game day snack. They are the perfect things to serve while you watch the Big Game. 
• Fun family dinner. This easy recipe is a fun new treat that kids love. 
• Kid-friendly recipe. These little sliders are perfect for small hands. 
• Budget-friendly. You can use frozen meatballs and save time and money. All the other ingredients are easy on the wallet. 

Ingredients

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Don’t let the huge list of ingredients overwhelm you. These easy meatball sliders are easier to make than you might think. Here is the full list of simple ingredients you’ll need before you begin. 

For the Meatballs: 

• Lean Ground Beef – Using lean ground beef will have less grease. 
• Italian Bread Crumbs –  The Italian bread crumbs will flavor the meatballs. 
• Grated Parmesan Cheese – This adds salty nuttiness to the meatballs. 
• Egg –  This is the emulsifier that holds all of the ingredients together.
• Beef Onion Soup Mix – This adds savory flavor to the meatballs. 
• Garlic Powder –  Use the powder, not the salt, so the meatballs don’t taste too salty. 
• Dried Oregano –  This adds earthy sweetness to the meatballs. 
• Black Pepper – Use just enough to add flavor. 

For the sliders: 

• Spaghetti Noodles – Use your favorite kind of spaghetti noodles. 
• Jarred Marinara Sauce – My favorite is Rao’s Sauces, but use your favorite brand. 
• Grated Parmesan Cheese – This adds the perfect amount of cheesiness and nuttiness to the sliders. 
• Hawaiian Sweet Rolls – These are the dinner rolls that I always use in my sliders. 
• Shredded Mozzarella Cheese – This melts beautifully and has a mild flavor. 

For the topping: 

• Salted Butter – This helps the buns crisp up in the oven. 
• Dried Italian Seasoning – This herb blend will help the sliders taste perfectly Italian. 
• Garlic Powder – Use the powder, not the salt, since you added salted butter. 
• Onion Powder – This enhances the garlic powder’s flavor. 

How to Make Spaghetti & Meatball Sliders

• Step One: Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
• Step Two: In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan, egg, onion soup mix, garlic powder, oregano, and pepper until well combined; do not overmix. 
• Step Three: Divide the mixture into 12 portions and roll into balls. Place on the prepared sheet tray, not touching.
• Step Four: Bake the meatballs for 10-15 minutes until an internal temperature reaches 165°F.

• Step Five: While the meatballs are baking, make the spaghetti. Place the cooked noodles into a large bowl with the marinara sauce and parmesan cheese and stir to combine.

• Step Six: Slice the slider buns in half lengthwise. Place the bottom, cut side up, into the prepared baking dish.
• Step Seven: Add the spaghetti on top of the rolls. 
• Step Eight: Place one meatball onto each slider.

• Step Nine: Add the mozzarella on top of the meatballs.
• Step Ten: Top with the top of the rolls.
• Step Eleven: In a small bowl, stir together the butter, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Brush this all over the tops of the rolls.
• Step Twelve: Cover with nonstick foil or spray a large piece of foil with nonstick spray and cover the sliders, making sure the oil doesn’t touch the tops.
• Step Thirteen: Bake for 20 minutes, remove the foil, and bake for another 4-5 minutes or until the tops of the rolls are browned.

• Step Fourteen: Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.

Equipment Needed

If you want the best results when making these spaghetti sliders, I suggest grabbing a few key pieces of equipment.

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• 9×13 Baking Dish 
• Baking Tray 
• Parchment Paper 
• Large Mixing Bowl 
• Food Thermometer

What to Serve with Spaghetti & Meatball Sliders

Serve these meatballs with your favorite sides. Here are some suggestions you should try first. 

• Garlic bread
• Sweet potato home fries
• Baked macaroni and cheese
• Twice-baked sweet potatoes
• Poutine

Variations and Substitutions

• Use frozen meatballs. Fry them up and then add them to the rolls after they are fully cooked. 
• Make them in the air fryer. They will cook perfectly in the air fryer at 375F for 10 minutes. 
• Add fresh basil to the meatballs. This will give the meatballs even more flavor. 
• Use garlic herb butter on top of the rolls. This will save you time mixing and measuring all the ingredients. 

Storage Instructions 

Store the delicious meatball sliders in the fridge, covered in an airtight container, for up to 3 days.

Spaghetti & Meatball Sliders Tips and Tricks

• Add some heat to the meatballs. Sprinkle them with red pepper flakes. 
• Serve these with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping. 
• If you want to make meatball sliders, leave the spaghetti noodles out. 

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