These Grilled Cheese Sliders using Hawaiian Rolls are the ultimate comfort-food bite — buttery, cheesy, golden, and perfect for game day, parties, or an easy weeknight dinner. The best part? You can make them on a sheet pan or in a skillet in under 30 minutes! Use any cheese combo you love — cheddar, provolone, Swiss, or a gooey blend of all three. Get ready for melty perfection in every bite!
You may also love my Chicken Pot Pie, Lunch Box Grilled Cheese, Crock-Pot Tomato Soup, Leftover Pot Roast Sliders and Reuben Sliders.
What this recipe works
There’s just something about grilled cheese slider sandwiches that makes everyone happy. They’re nostalgic, crowd-pleasing, and incredibly versatile. Instead of making one sandwich at a time, this version uses a pack of Hawaiian rolls to create 12 perfect mini sandwiches at once.
Here’s why this recipe works every single time:
- Quick and Easy – Ready in about 20–25 minutes, perfect for a weeknight or party platter.
- Crispy Edges + Gooey Middle – The buttered tops get golden and crunchy while the cheese melts into the fluffy rolls.
- Customizable – Mix and match your favorite cheeses or add extras like ham, turkey, tomato, or pesto.
- Crowd Favorite – Ideal for entertaining, game day, or as an after-school snack. Everyone loves a mini version!
- Make-Ahead Friendly – You can prep them earlier in the day, refrigerate, and bake right before serving.
It’s that irresistible combo of crispy-buttery bread and molten cheese that keeps these in permanent rotation at my house.
❤️ What goes into this recipe:
You only need a handful of ingredients to pull these off:
- 1 package Hawaiian rolls (12-count) – Sweet, fluffy, and the perfect size.
- 4–6 tablespoons salted butter, melted – Brush it generously on top for that signature golden crust.
- 8–10 slices cheese – Choose one type or mix it up! Cheddar, provolone, Swiss, pepper jack, or mozzarella all melt beautifully.
- Optional fillings – A slice of ham or turkey, caramelized onions, tomato, or pesto for a fun twist.
- Sea salt or garlic powder (optional) – A light sprinkle over the tops adds flavor and texture.
- That’s it! Simple pantry ingredients, but the result tastes like a little bite of heaven.
🗒 Variations
Make them your own! Here are a few ideas:
- Cheese swaps: Try white cheddar and Gruyère for fancy flavor, or mozzarella, goat cheese for tangy goey sliders, and provolone for pizza vibes
- Add meat: A thin slice of deli ham, steak slices, or sliced turkey adds protein.
- Add spread: Brush inside with Dijon mustard, pesto, or a swipe of garlic butter before baking.
- Make it spicy: Add a pinch of crushed red pepper or spread on a thin layer of jalapeño jelly.
- Air Fryer option: You can also air-fry individual sliders at 375°F
🗒 How to Make them Sliders:
🪄 1. Slice the rolls
Without separating them, slice each Hawaiian roll into three even layers, going from the top of roll to the bottom of the roll. Then separate all 12 rolls into 36 slices to make 18 grilled cheese sliders. This is easiest done with a serrated knife
2. Butter and layer
Brush the bottom layer with melted butter. Add your cheese slices evenly across the bottom (go edge to edge for full coverage). Add any optional fillings like ham or tomato slices.
3. Top and butter
Place the middle layer of rolls on top, repeat with more cheese, then finish with the top layer. Brush the tops generously with melted butter and a sprinkle of garlic powder or sea salt if desired.
4. Bake or skillet cook
- Sheet Pan Method: Bake at 375°F for 10–12 minutes or until the tops are golden and the cheese is fully melted.
- Skillet Method: Cook in a buttered skillet over medium heat, pressing gently with a spatula for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
5. Serve
🤔 Common Questions
Yes! Assemble the sandwiches up to a few hours in advance, cover tightly, and refrigerate. When ready, bake just before serving.
American is classic and will give you the melty goodness you love, but a blend of American and cheddar, provolone, or your other favorite cheese will give you more flavor. For an adult grilled cheese, try Havarti, goat cheese or Brie.
Yes — once baked and cooled, wrap individually and freeze for up to a month. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
For extra crispiness, yes! But if you’re baking on a sheet pan, buttering the tops is enough to get that golden finish.
Baking on a sheet pan makes it easy for a crowd. It also makes it more hands-free. But if you want the crispiest grilled cheese, fry it in a skillet.
Tips:
Don’t overbake – Once the tops are golden and cheese is bubbly, pull good boy out. They’ll firm up as they cool.
Serve with a dip! Tomato soup, marinara, or ranch make these irresistible.
Hosting hack – Make two trays: one classic cheddar, one fancy blend like Gruyère and white cheddar for variety.
🪄 Tips and Tricks
- Blend to Perfection: For that silky smooth texture, be sure to ooth and cohesive.
- Nutmeg Magic: A pinch of nutmeg can subtly enhance the flavor profile, especially if you’re aiming for that cottage cheese alfredo sauce feel. Use it sparingly—it is potent!
- Garnishing Tips: Finish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, kosher salt or a dusting of Parmesan. Not only do they add flavor, but they also give your dish an inviting, restaurant-quality appearance.
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Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Stuffing Recipe
Ingredients
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 6 oz Stove Top Stuffing boxed mix 1 box or 1 packet in a twin pack
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 24 oz chicken breasts 4 medium-sized boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ teaspoon each salt & pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup white onion optional, for stuffing - diced, or yellow onion
- ½ cup celery optional, for stuffing
- ½ cup dried cranberries optional, for stuffing
- Gravy optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C/Gas Mark 5). Grease a 9x13 pan or baking dish with oil or non-stick cooking spray.
- Heat your 1½ cups chicken broth in the microwave for 2 minutes on high, or heat to a low boil in a small saucepan on the stovetop.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 6 oz Stove Top Stuffing boxed mix with the hot broth, 2 tablespoon butter, and ½ cup milk. Stir until everything is hydrated and fluffy. If you’re using mix-ins like ½ cup diced onion, ½ cup celery, or ½ cup dried cranberries, add them here. Set the mixture aside to cool slightly.
- Trim any fat from the 24 oz chicken breasts. Use a sharp knife to carefully cut the chicken breasts ¾ of the way through the thickest portion (butterfly-style) to create a pocket. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
- Spoon about ¼ of the stuffing mixture into each chicken breast. Gently press to close. Place them into the prepared baking dish.
- Mix together the ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper with ¼ teaspoon onion powder. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture over the top of each stuffed chicken breast.
- Cover the stuffed chicken breasts with a sheet of aluminum foil. Bake on the center rack at 375°F for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, and serve warm. Pour gravy over the chicken when serving if you like.
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