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Perfect Mini Sliders Three Ways

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A versatile recipe featuring three distinct mini slider variations: classic beef, BBQ pulled chicken, and vegetarian black bean sliders, perfect for casual dinners and parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Mini slider buns, about 12
  • Cheddar cheese slices, cut small
  • Pickles, sliced
  • Yellow mustard and ketchup (optional)
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great!)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended)
  • 1/4 cup coleslaw mix
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 can (15 oz/425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Sliced avocado and fresh cilantro for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Classic Beef Slider Patties: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to avoid toughness. Form 12 small patties about 2 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Add a small cheddar slice on top during the last minute to melt.
  2. Make the BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders: Toss shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until evenly coated. Mix coleslaw mix with mayonnaise separately. Warm chicken mixture in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
  3. Form the Vegetarian Black Bean Patties: Mash black beans until mostly smooth but still chunky. Add breadcrumbs, chopped onion, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form 8-10 small patties. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with a little oil and cook patties for about 3 minutes per side until firm and slightly crisp.
  4. Prepare the Buns: Slice mini buns in half and lightly toast them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes or on a skillet for crunch and warmth.
  5. Assemble the Sliders: For beef sliders, place patty on bun and add pickles, mustard, and ketchup as desired. For BBQ chicken sliders, spoon chicken mixture on bun and top with coleslaw. For black bean sliders, add sliced avocado and fresh cilantro before closing the bun.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Arrange sliders on a platter with optional sides like chips or salad.

Notes

Chill black bean patties for 15 minutes before cooking to help them hold together. Toast buns lightly to prevent sogginess. Avoid overmixing beef to keep patties tender. Use medium heat to cook patties evenly without burning.

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