Name: Pulled Beef Sliders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2.5-3 lbs beef chuck roast; 1 large onion, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup beef broth; 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (plus more for serving); 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls; 6 slices of cheese (optional, such as cheddar or pepper jack); Pickles (optional, for topping)

Description

Juicy, tender pulled beef piled high on soft slider buns makes for an irresistible meal or party snack. These sliders are packed with smoky, savory flavor and are perfect for game days, gatherings, or a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Pulled Beef:

2.5–3 lbs beef chuck roast
1 large onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup barbecue sauce (plus more for serving)
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

For the Sliders:

12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
6 slices of cheese (optional, such as cheddar or pepper jack)
Pickles (optional, for topping)

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Instructions

Prepare the Beef:
- Season the chuck roast with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Cook the Beef:
- Slow Cooker: Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker. Add sliced onions, garlic, beef broth, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
- Oven: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the beef in a roasting pan with the same ingredients. Cover tightly with foil and cook for 3-4 hours, until tender.
Shred the Beef:
- Remove the beef from the slow cooker or pan and shred it with two forks. Return it to the sauce and mix to coat evenly.
Assemble the Sliders:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the slider buns in half horizontally (if not pre-sliced) and place the bottom halves on a baking sheet.
- Spoon the pulled beef onto each bun and top with a slice of cheese if desired.
- Cover with the top halves of the buns.
Bake the Sliders:
- Brush the tops of the buns with melted butter and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the buns are golden.
Serve:
- Serve warm, optionally topped with pickles and additional barbecue sauce.

Notes

Leftover pulled beef can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Add coleslaw on top for a crunchy and tangy twist.
Use a pressure cooker to reduce cooking time (cook for 60-70 minutes on high pressure).