How do you make spaghetti and meatballs even more fun? Turn them into sliders! These sandwiches take two of our favorite meals and combines them into one super fun dish that tastes amazing. Spaghetti and meatball sliders are sure to make them run to the dinner table, just have the napkins ready!
8ouncesspaghetti noodlescooked al dente and drained
1cupjarred marinara sauce
¼cupgrated parmesan cheese
12Hawaiian rolls
2cupsshredded mozzarella cheese
Garlic Butter
½cupsalted buttermelted
½teaspoondried Italian seasoning
½teaspoongarlic powder
½teaspoononion powder
Instructions
Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan, egg, onion soup mix, garlic powder, oregano, and pepper until combined. Do not overmix. I like to use my hands for this step.
Divide the mixture into 12 portions and roll into balls. Place on the prepared sheet tray, not touching.
Bake the meatballs for 10-15 minutes, or until an internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Sliders
While the meatballs are baking, make the spaghetti. Place the cooked noodles into a large bowl with the marinara sauce and parmesan cheese, stir to combine.
Slice the rolls in half lengthwise. Place the bottom, cut side up into the prepared baking dish.
Add the spaghetti on top of the rolls.
Place one meatball onto each slider.
Add the mozzarella on top of the meatballs.
Place top of rolls over the cheese.
In a small bowl, stir together the butter, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Brush this all over the tops of the rolls, use it all!
Cover with nonstick foil or spray a large piece of foil with nonstick spray and cover the sliders, make sure the oil doesnt touch the tops.
Bake for 20 minutes, remove the foil, and bake for an additional 4-5 minutes or until the tops of the rolls are browned.
Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
I like to go ahead and double the meatball recipe. That way you use a whole pound of ground beef and package of onion soup mix. Then use the extra meatballs for another meal or freeze them for the next batch of sliders.Use your favorite store bought or homemade marinara sauce. You can even serve some extra warmed on the side for dipping!Add some fresh chopped basil to the spaghetti mixture or topping for a fresh twist.Use ground pork, chicken, or turkey in place of beef if desired.Reheat in the oven covered with foil so they don’t burn. Or just put them in the microwave for 30 seconds to a minute.Keep leftovers in and airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, freeze for up to 3 months.