Sliders are such a fun and versatile food. They’re great as appetizers and perfect for tailgating, but also make a lunch or dinner option when paired with a side. These air fryer turkey sliders are easy to whip up anytime you’re in the mood for something tasty.

Why You Want This Recipe
Instead of using turkey burgers, these easy air fryer sliders are made with sliced turkey. You can find it in the deli section (I like smoked turkey) any time of year. However, these sliders are also a great way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving!
Consequently, you can cook that in your air fryer too. Learn how to cook an entire turkey for your holiday over in our best LG air fryer oven recipes!

If you’re looking for a way to use up other Thanksgiving dishes, make sure to check out these poppable Air Fryer Puff Pastry Cranberry Brie Bites which use cranberry sauce, or these Air Fryer Spinach Balls which feature stuffing mix!
Ingredients to Grab

- 1 package Hawaiian slider rolls (12 count)
- 6 slices swiss cheese
- 10 slices turkey
- 4 Tbsp butter (salted)
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp dried minced onion
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- If you don’t like Hawaiian slider rolls, you may substitute regular slider or dinner rolls (white or wheat)
- I use smoked deli turkey, but sweet is fine, as well as leftover Thanksgiving turkey slices
- Swiss cheese may be substituted for another type of cheese, such as Havarti (plain or dill), Muenster, gouda, or monterey jack, or may be omitted entirely if preferred
- The onion on top may be substituted by dried minced garlic, poppy seeds, everything bagel seasoning, or any other toppings you like
How to Make Turkey Sliders in an Air Fryer
- Slice your pack of Hawaiian slider rolls in half (creating a top and a bottom) using a bread knife or other long, serrated knife

- If your air fryer basket is too small to accommodate the entire tray of sliders, divide it into two smaller sections of 6 rolls each

- Place a single layer of cheese on top of the bottom buns

- On top of the cheese, add your sliced turkey breast

- Top the turkey and cheese sliders with the top bun section

- In a small bowl, mix together 4 Tbsp melted butter, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, and 2 tsp dried minced onion

- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F, following manufacturer guidelines
- Brush the butter mixture over the top of the buns

- Wrap the buns in aluminum foil making sure to roll the edges to secure them

- Place the foil-wrapped sliders into the preheated air fryer basket

- Cook turkey sliders on air fry setting at 350°F for 15 minutes (no flipping required) until cheese is melted
- Remove the sliders from the air fryer and remove the foil
- If a darker toasting is desired, carefully return unwrapped sliders to air fry for an additional 1-2 more minutes (optional)
- Remove sliders from the air fryer, cut into squares along the bun lines, and serve!

What to Serve With Turkey Sliders
- Fries (regular, sweet potato, or other)
- Potato chips
- Onion rings
- Fried mushrooms
- Fried pickles
- Macaroni salad
- Potato salad
- Fruit salad
- Coleslaw
- Mac and cheese
- Cranberry relish
- Broccoli salad
- Roasted brussel sprouts
- Pesto
- Butternut squash soup
- Baked beans
As you can see, there are a lot of dishes that go well with turkey sliders!
Try your air fryer turkey and cheese sliders with my easy recipes for Air Fryer Butternut Squash Fries, Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts With Bacon, Air Fryer Baked Beans, or homemade Ninja Air Fryer Potato Chips.
Recipe FAQs
What Temperature Should My Air Fryer Sliders Be?
If you’re reheating Thanksgiving turkey or using raw meat, your air fryer turkey sliders should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Deli turkey (lunch meat) doesn’t need to be heated before serving in most cases, so the temperature isn’t as sensitive if you’re making your sliders with it.
How Long Do You Cook Turkey Sliders in an Air Fryer?
Turkey sliders using sliced meat should cook for about 15 minutes. Thicker turkey burger versions may require up to 20 minutes.
Always make sure that if you’re cooking or reheating non-deli turkey that it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before consuming.
What Temperature Do You Cook Turkey Sliders at in an Air Fryer?
Cook turkey sliders in the air fryer at a temperature of 350°F to prevent over browning of the bread.
Turkey burgers, however, should be cooked at a temperature of 400°F and then added to the buns afterwards. This ensures they get safely cooked through without burning the rest of the ingredients.
Recipe Pro Tips
- If you’re using leftover sliced turkey (non-deli) make sure an internal temperature of 165°F is reached for food safety
- This recipe easily doubles or triples if you’re serving a larger crowd at a party
- Make sure to use the foil, as that prevents the bun tops from burning otherwise

Other Air Fryer Slider Recipes to Try Out
Final Thoughts
These tasty air fryer turkey sliders are so easy to make and delicious too! They’re a great way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers, to add to your game day spread, or just to enjoy anytime.
The kids will love them as well, since they’re small and easy to hold. What’s more fun than a bunch of mini sandwiches?
For a not-so-mini version, also make sure to check out how to make air fryer frozen hamburgers for a quick and easy dinner option.

Air Fryer Turkey and Cheese Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls
Equipment
- Bread knife
- Basting brush
- Aluminum Foil
Ingredients
- Package Hawaiian slider rolls, such as Kings Hawaiian (12 count)
- 6 Slices Swiss cheese
- 10 Slices Turkey
- 4 Tbsp Butter (salted)
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp Dried minced onion
Instructions
- Slice your pack of Hawaiian slider rolls in half (creating a top and a bottom) using a bread knife or other long, serrated knifePackage Hawaiian slider rolls, such as Kings Hawaiian
- If your air fryer basket is too small to accommodate the entire tray of sliders, divide it into two smaller sections of 6 rolls each (optional)
- Place a single layer of cheese on top of the bottom buns6 Slices Swiss cheese
- On top of the cheese, add your sliced turkey breast10 Slices Turkey
- Top the turkey and cheese sliders with the top bun section
- In a small bowl, mix together 4 Tbsp melted butter, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tsp worcestershire sauce, and 2 tsp dried minced onion4 Tbsp Butter, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 2 tsp Dried minced onion
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F, following manufacturer guidelines
- Brush the butter mixture over the top of the buns using the basting brush
- Wrap the buns in aluminum foil making sure to roll the edges to secure them
- Place the foil-wrapped sliders into the preheated air fryer basket
- Cook turkey sliders on air fry setting at 350°F for 15 minutes (no flipping required) until cheese is melted
- Remove the sliders from the air fryer and remove the foil
- If a darker toasting is desired, carefully return unwrapped sliders to air fry for an additional 1-2 more minutes (optional)
- Remove sliders from the air fryer, cut into squares along the bun lines, and serve!
Notes
- If you don’t like Hawaiian rolls, you may substitute regular slider or dinner rolls (white or wheat)
- I use smoked deli turkey, but sweet is fine, as well as leftover Thanksgiving turkey
- Swiss may be substituted for another type of cheese, such as Havarti (plain or dill), Muenster, gouda, or Monterey jack, or may be omitted entirely if preferred
- The onion on top may be substituted by dried minced garlic, poppy seeds, everything bagel seasoning, or any other toppings you like
- Don’t skimp on the topping – that’s where all the flavor comes from!
- When using leftover turkey (non-deli) make sure an internal temperature of 165°F is reached for food safety
- Pair with fries or onion rings for a complete meal
- This recipe easily doubles or triples if you’re serving a larger crowd
- Make sure to use the foil, as that prevents the tops from burning otherwise
- Exact nutritional values will vary depending on specific ingredients used and total amount consumed, so please consider this as only a guideline or estimate
Nutrition

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