Quick and Easy Pork and Cheese Sliders with Garlic Herb Butter and Air-Fried Potatoes
Ingredients:
For the Sliders:
- 1 pound pre-cooked pork, shredded (e.g., leftover pulled pork or pre-cooked pulled pork from the store)
- 12 slider rolls, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite cheese)
For the Garlic Herb Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Air-Fried Potatoes:
- 4 medium-sized potatoes, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven and Air Fryer:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Pork:
- Heat the pre-cooked pork in the microwave for 2 minutes until warmed through.
3. Assemble the Sliders:
- Place the halved slider rolls on a baking sheet.
- Spread the warmed pork evenly over the bottom half of each roll.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the pork.
- Place the top half of the rolls on the cheese to create sliders.
4. Make the Garlic Herb Butter:
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the garlic herb butter generously over the tops of the sliders.
5. Bake the Sliders:
- Place the sliders in the preheated oven and bake at 350°F for 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden.
6. Prepare the Air-Fried Potatoes:
- In a bowl, toss the potato cubes with olive oil, minced garlic, seasoned salt, and dried thyme until well coated.
- Transfer the seasoned potatoes to the preheated air fryer.
- Air fry at 400°F for 14 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time, until the potatoes are crispy and golden.
7. Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove the sliders from the oven and serve immediately with the deliciously crispy air-fried potatoes.
This quick and easy recipe ensures you have a satisfying and flavorful meal on the table in no time. Enjoy your delicious sliders and crispy potatoes!
