Description
These Cranberry Turkey Sliders are a delightful and easy-to-make recipe perfect for gatherings or a fun meal. Featuring juicy turkey patties infused with savory spices, topped with melted cheddar cheese and tangy cranberry sauce, all nestled in soft slider buns with fresh greens for a perfect bite every time.
Ingredients
Scale
Slider Patties
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
- Olive oil for cooking
Toppings & Assembly
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 slider buns
- Fresh spinach or arugula for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the slider buns.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and finely chopped red onion. Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly incorporated to ensure flavorful patties.
- Form Patties: Divide the turkey mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each into a slider-sized patty, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Cook Patties: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are cooked through and golden brown.
- Add Cheese: During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with shredded cheddar cheese and cover the skillet. Allow the cheese to melt perfectly over the patties.
- Toast Buns: While the patties cook, slice the slider buns in half and toast them lightly in the preheated oven for added texture and warmth.
- Assemble Sliders: On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a turkey patty with melted cheddar cheese. Top generously with cranberry sauce and garnish with fresh spinach or arugula for a burst of freshness.
- Complete Sliders: Place the top halves of the buns onto each assembled slider to finish.
- Serve Warm: Arrange the sliders on a serving platter and serve immediately while warm for the best taste and experience.
Notes
- You can use store-bought cranberry sauce for convenience or homemade for a more natural taste.
- Make sure patties are cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- Adding fresh greens like spinach or arugula balances the sweetness of the cranberry sauce.
- To add more flavor, consider mixing chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme into the turkey before cooking.
- These sliders are great for parties or quick family meals and can be doubled easily.
