4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Independence Sliders
Some recipes are made for parties, potlucks, and busy weeknights—and these sliders are one of them. With just four ingredients and a slow cooker, you get sweet, tangy, savory ham piled high on soft buns. No pre‑cooking, no fuss, just set it and forget it until it’s time to serve.
- 2 lbs shaved deli ham, thinly sliced
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (sweet or honey-style preferred)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (yellow mustard can be substituted for a milder flavor)
- 16 slider buns (soft rolls or Hawaiian rolls work best)
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
Prepare the ham
Place shaved ham in the slow cooker, separating slices lightly.
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Make the sauce
Stir barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard until smooth. Pour over ham.
Slow cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 2–3 hours, stirring once or twice. Ham should be hot and coated in sauce.
Serve
Stir well, then spoon ham onto slider buns. Serve warm.
Sweet, tangy, and effortless—these sliders are the kind of recipe that disappears fast at any gathering
