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.
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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
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- 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.
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.
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
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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.
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.
Put sliders into a preheated 375-degree oven for 20 minutes.
For the sauce. Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Done!
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.
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Add lettuce and tomatoes if you wish.
And here you are…..
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
Turkey and Bacon Sliders {with Isn’t That Special Sauce}
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!
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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.
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
Yes! I want some of that sauce!! Looks great!
The sauce is one of my favorites.
Gotta love any recipe with bacon, right!?
Yes! For sure.
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.
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.