Penne alla Vodka Sliders on Sweet Rolls

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Why You’ll Fall in Love with These Penne alla Vodka Sliders 😍

Okay, let’s be real—sometimes you just wanna indulge. I’m talking all the carbs, all the cheese, and allll the sauce. These Penne alla Vodka Sliders on sweet Hawaiian rolls are exactly that: a cheesy, gooey, flavor-packed dream. They take your favorite creamy vodka pasta and turn it into bite-sized slider heaven—layered with crispy chicken, mozzarella, and the softest, slightly sweet rolls ever.

Perfect for parties, game days, or a cozy night in when you wanna treat yourself. Plus, they’re shockingly easy to make. You just build, bake, and devour. Let’s get into it!

🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s everything you need to bring this cheesy dream to life:

For the Sliders:

  • 1 package King’s Hawaiian Original Sweet Rolls
  • 1½ cups cooked penne alla vodka (recipe below!)
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup crispy chicken (frozen or homemade, cut into small pieces)
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, for topping

For the Vodka Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Optional: 1 tbsp vodka (or omit for a family-friendly version)
  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder, red pepper flakes (to taste)
  • 1 cup cooked penne pasta

Garlic Butter Topping:

  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1 tbsp Parmesan

🍝 How to Make Penne alla Vodka Sliders (Step-by-Step)

1. Make the Creamy Vodka Sauce

Start by melting butter with a splash of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté your diced onions until soft, then toss in the minced garlic. Stir in the tomato paste and cook it down for a minute or two—it should darken in color for a richer flavor.

Next, pour in the heavy cream and a splash of vodka (optional!). Stir to combine, season it to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Add in the cooked penne pasta and toss to coat. Boom! You’ve got creamy, dreamy vodka pasta.

2. Prep the Rolls

Grab your King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls and slice them horizontally (like you’re making a giant sandwich), but don’t separate them into individual pieces yet.

Place the bottom half in a baking dish and get ready to build!

3. Layer the Good Stuff

Time to stack the flavors!

  1. First layer: Spoon a layer of vodka pasta onto the bottom half of the rolls.
  2. Next: Add the chopped crispy chicken right over the pasta. (You can use air-fried tenders, leftover cutlets, or even store-bought crispy chicken!)
  3. Then: Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella all over the top.
  4. Finally: Place the top half of the rolls back on like a little slider crown.

4. Garlic Butter Time 🧄🧈

In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, parsley, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Brush this garlicky butter all over the tops of your sliders.

Yes, this step is optional—but also absolutely not. It makes the sliders golden, fragrant, and totally irresistible.

5. Bake Until Golden & Melty

Cover the baking dish loosely with foil and pop it into a preheated 350°F oven for about 15 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5–7 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melty perfection.

Let them cool slightly before slicing into individual sliders… then prepare for the ooey-gooey stretch of dreams.

✨ Tips & Tricks

  • Want it spicy? Add red pepper flakes to the vodka sauce or a drizzle of hot honey on top.
  • Gluten-free version? Use gluten-free rolls and pasta—easy peasy.
  • Make ahead: Assemble the sliders a few hours ahead and refrigerate. Just add the garlic butter topping right before baking!

🍴 Serving Suggestions

These sliders are a whole meal on their own, but they’re also amazing with:

  • A fresh arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette
  • Marinara dipping sauce on the side
  • Garlic parmesan fries for that extra indulgence

💡 Why This Combo Works So Well

You might be thinking, “Pasta on a slider?!” But hear me out—it’s basically everything we love about comfort food stacked into one:

  • Sweet, pillowy rolls
  • Creamy vodka pasta
  • Crispy, savory chicken
  • Stretchy, melty cheese
  • A garlicky, buttery crust

It’s like chicken parm meets vodka pasta meets party slider—and it’s just as glorious as it sounds. Every bite is saucy, cheesy, crunchy, and soft all at once. Literal carb heaven.

📦 Storage & Reheating

Fridge: Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Pop them in the oven at 300°F for 10–12 minutes or air fry them for a few minutes to bring back the crisp!

🥳 Perfect For…

  • Game day spreads
  • Birthday parties
  • Cozy family dinners
  • Impressing your carb-loving besties

Honestly, just make these whenever you need a little cheesy joy in your life. You won’t regret it.

🧀 Final Thoughts

These Penne alla Vodka Sliders are the kind of over-the-top comfort food that instantly puts you in a good mood. They’re warm, melty, flavorful, and totally satisfying. And hey, when the carbs don’t count… you go all in. 🧄🍞🍝💛

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