Experience the iconic New York deli staple in a miniature, shareable form! These Chopped Cheese Sliders feature savory ground beef, melted cheese, crisp lettuce, and a tangy special sauce, all nestled within sweet Hawaiian rolls for the ultimate flavor explosion.

Follow The Directions

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Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients for efficient assembly. (5 minutes)

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Craft the Special Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, garlic powder (if using), and smoked paprika (if using). Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside. (5 minutes)

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Sauté the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. (8 minutes)

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Melt and Chop: Reduce heat to low. Layer cheese slices over the browned beef. Allow the cheese to melt completely, creating a luscious, gooey blanket. Then, using a spatula, roughly chop the beef and melted cheese together, mimicking the classic chopped cheese texture. (3 minutes)

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Assemble the Sliders: Slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally, keeping the top and bottom halves connected. Spread a generous amount of the special sauce on both the top and bottom halves of the rolls. Evenly distribute the chopped beef and cheese mixture over the bottom half of the rolls. (5 minutes)

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Garnish and Serve: Top the beef and cheese mixture with shredded lettuce, diced white onion, and pickles (if using). Replace the top half of the rolls. Serve immediately and savor the deliciousness! (2 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a dash of hot sauce to the special sauce.
If you prefer a spicier kick, use pepper jack cheese instead of American or Cheddar.
These sliders are best served immediately to prevent the rolls from becoming soggy.
Feel free to experiment with different toppings, such as sliced tomatoes, sautéed peppers, or caramelized onions.