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Turkey and Bacon Sliders {with Isn’t That Special Sauce}

January 16, 2019 by Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten 6 Comments

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Turkey and bacon sliders with ‘Isn’t that special sauce’ have crispy bacon, slices of turkey, melted mozzarella cheese, and a creamy sauce.  The perfect oven baked slider recipe for any night of the week.

Sliders have been a huge hit in my house since I started making them about a year ago.  In the summer they pair well with chips and other cold side dishes. In the winter they are perfect for dipping into soups.  They are also big on flavor when you hit the right combination. 

Turkey & Bacon Sliders on a plate with special sauce on it
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  • You know that question, “Who are the 3 people you would invite to dinner?” 
  • What beer pairs well with mini sandwiches loaded with turkey and crispy bacon?
  • Ingredients
  • How to make turkey and bacon sliders with isn’t that special sauce step-by-step
  • Tips & Variations
  • Storage
  • More slider sandwich recipes
  • Turkey and Bacon Sliders {with Isn’t That Special Sauce}

Sure you can make these sliders just plain or maybe add some boring mayonnaise on them but WHY would you when you can add some ‘Isn’t That Special’ Sauce? 

While this is similar to the pickle & vinegar-based sauce we all know and love, I really wanted to set mine apart with a unique name.  So I am paying homage to a show that I have loved since my early teens, Saturday Night Live.

Turkey & Bacon Sliders side view.

You know that question, “Who are the 3 people you would invite to dinner?” 

I could easily answer that and everyone at the table would be a former cast member of SNL.  I am a super Tina Fey Fan Girl.  Will Ferrell in my eyes is the hottest guy in Hollywood.  And Steve Martin is a genius. Who would you invite to dinner?

What beer pairs well with mini sandwiches loaded with turkey and crispy bacon?

The beer: Super Fuzz from Elysian

These turkey sliders on Hawaiian rolls pair perfectly with some barbecue chips and a cold beer. If a beer states it has blood orange in it, I am in. No matter what. This pale ale has the perfect citrus combo that goes very well with the sauce that is slathered on these sandwiches.

turkey sliders with chips on a plate. a craft beer and more sliders in a baking dish next to it.

Ingredients

These turkey sliders have-

  • Hawaiian slider rolls. This makes the dish slightly sweet, but you can swap it out for butter or brioche slider buns.
  • Sliced deli turkey. I used traditional roasted sliced turkey but there are also different types of flavored sliced turkey that can be swapped out. Ask your deli if they have flavors available like Cajun, barbecue, or smoked.
  • Cooked, crispy bacon. It’s important to cook the bacon before adding it to the sandwiches.
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Melted butter with garlic powder. Adds another layer of flavor when these are baked.
  • A mayo-based sandwich spread called ‘Isn’t that special sauce‘ made with ketchup, relish, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and garlic powder

Visit YouTube for a video of how to make these
Turkey and Bacon Sliders

How to make turkey and bacon sliders with isn’t that special sauce step-by-step

Cook your bacon according to the package direction. 

Drain the bacon then set up a slider assembly.

Grease the bottom of a baking dish.  Add buns, turkey, bacon, and cheese.  Top off with the bun.

images of steps for making slider turkey sandwiches with bacon and rolls.

In a microwave-safe mug add butter and garlic powder.  Melt the butter in the microwave. 

Pour the butter mixture over the top of the slider buns.

slider sandwiches with a dish pouring butter over the top in a bakingdish.

Put sliders into a preheated 375-degree oven for 20 minutes.

For the sauce.  Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl.  Done!

Isn't that special sauce for sliders and burgers.

Tips & Variations

  • Swap out the sliced turkey for ham or roast beef.
  • This is a great recipe to use for leftover dinner rolls for the holidays.
  • Make your own homemade Hawaiian rolls with this recipe from Baking in a Moment.

Storage

Add any leftover sandwiches and sauce into separate covered containers and refrigerate. Eat within 3 days. Reheat at 375 degrees for 10 minutes in the oven or air fryer.

It is not recommended to freeze this recipe.

More slider sandwich recipes

  • Scotch Egg Sliders
  • Wing Sauce Sliders
  • Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders
  • Olive Burger Sliders

Add lettuce and tomatoes if you wish.

And here you are…..

Overhead shot of Turkey & Bacon Sliders with toppings and special sauce off to the side.

From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!

slider sandwiches baked in a baking dish.

Turkey and Bacon Sliders {with Isn’t That Special Sauce}

Easy to put together turkey and bacon sliders with a homemade sauce. Have this on the table quickly for a delicious weeknight meal.
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: turkey and cheese sliders, turkey sliders
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 12 sandwiches

Equipment

  • 9×13 baking dish
  • spatula
  • medium sautee pan for cooking the bacon

Ingredients

Turkey & Bacon Sliders

  • 12 Hawaiian slider buns
  • 1/2 pound sliced turkey
  • 6 ounces bacon
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

‘Isn’t That Special’ Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2-1/2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2-1/2 tablespoons sweet relish
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Turkey and Bacon Sliders

  • Cook your bacon according to the package direction. Drain the bacon then set up a slider assembly.
    6 ounces bacon
  • Grease the bottom of a baking dish. Add buns, turkey, bacon, and cheese. Top off with the bun.
    12 Hawaiian slider buns, 1/2 pound sliced turkey, 6 ounces bacon, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • In a microwave-safe mug add 2 Tbs. butter and 1/2 tsp. garlic powder. Melt butter in the microwave. Pour on top of the sliders.
    4 tablespoons butter, melted, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Put sliders into a preheated 375 degree over for 20 minutes

‘Isn’t That Special’ Sauce

  • Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl.
    1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2-1/2 tablespoons ketchup, 2-1/2 tablespoons sweet relish, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Serve the sliders with the sauce, lettuce, and tomato. Enjoy!

Video

Visit YouTube for a video of how to make these Turkey and Bacon Sliders

Notes

Tips for making this recipe:

  • The top of the bread becomes crisp as it bakes. Cover with aluminum foil if you prefer a softer bun.
  • To store: Add the sandwiches and sauce to separate covered storage containers. Eat within 3 days. Eat cold or reheat in the microwave, oven, or air fryer.
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Originally published in August of 2016. Updated post in June of 2022 with new photos, same great recipe.

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Last Updated on April 18, 2023 by Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

Filed Under: Ale Recipe Pairings, Mitten Meals, Sandwich Recipes Tagged With: pale ale

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Amy

    August 14, 2016 at 3:02 pm

    Yes! I want some of that sauce!! Looks great!

    Reply
    • Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

      August 15, 2016 at 7:21 pm

      The sauce is one of my favorites.

      Reply
  2. Mindy

    August 14, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    Gotta love any recipe with bacon, right!?

    Reply
    • Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

      August 15, 2016 at 7:20 pm

      Yes! For sure.

      Reply
  3. Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook

    August 15, 2016 at 6:02 pm

    1) I’ve never thought of sliders as soup dippers – wonderful idea.
    2) Cooking these babies in the oven is so smart! Less mess and less time.

    Reply
    • Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten

      August 15, 2016 at 7:20 pm

      We love to dip them in a cheddar veggie soup. Which is literally just the winter fancy mix from Costco that I add to a few cups of chicken broth and about a 1/2 cup of cheese. A very simple, quick and kid friendly.

      Reply

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