Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Sliders
In today’s post I’m sharing a recipe for slow cooker beef brisket sliders. They’ll be sure to be a hit with a crowd.
These Slow Cooker Brisket Sliders are full of flavor! Brisket is slow cooked until tender in bbq sauce and red onions. It gets shredded up and piled on brioche slider buns with crispy onions, tangy pickles and melty gouda cheese. These are topped with a little onion butter and baked until golden brown. These are always a crowd pleaser. Looking for more meal ideas? Check out my recipes page.
About the recipe
There’s just something about a slow cooker meal that makes life feel a little easier — especially when it involves tender, flavorful beef brisket. These Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Sliders are perfect for those days when you want a cozy, comforting meal but don’t feel like spending all afternoon in the kitchen. The slow cooker does the heavy lifting here, leaving you with juicy, fall-apart brisket by the time dinner rolls around. It’s the kind of recipe that feels like a little life hack — maximum flavor, minimal effort.
One of the things I love most about this recipe is how versatile it is. Hosting a casual summer BBQ? These sliders are a guaranteed hit. Need something cozy for a chilly fall evening? Brisket sliders to the rescue. Planning a game day menu? These should absolutely be on it. They work for everything from busy weeknights to laid-back weekends with friends.
And honestly, who doesn’t love a good slider? There’s something fun about mini sandwiches. They feel a little more special than your typical dinner but without any extra work. Plus, they’re easy to serve if you’re feeding a crowd. Plus, everyone can build their own just the way they like it. More sauce? Pile it on. Extra pickles? Go for it. Everyone wins.
If you’ve never made brisket in the slow cooker before, don’t worry. It’s truly a “set it and forget it” kind of meal. A few simple ingredients, a little time, and you’ll be rewarded with the most flavorful, tender beef that practically falls apart when you shred it.
The slow cooker beef brisket sliders recipe
So whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd or just treating yourself to something delicious, these beef brisket sliders are always a good idea. These sliders are just as good during the summer or on a cold winter night.
Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Sliders
Ingredients
- 2 lb brisket
- 1 tbsp steak seasoning
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp liquid smoke
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 small red onion sliced
- 1 cup water
- 12 brioche slider buns
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp dried onion minced
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 8 to 12 slices gouda cheese
- crispy fried onions for topping
- pickle spears for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In your slow cooker add your brisket.
- Top the brisket with the steak seasoning, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic salt, and barbecue sauce.
- Add in one cup of water.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Remove the beef and onions from the slow cooker and shred.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Place the bottom half of the slider buns in a 9×13 baking dish.
- Place half the gouda cheese on the bottom buns.
- Pile the shredded brisket on top of the cheese.
- Top the brisket with the crispy fried onions.
- Top with pickles, optional.
- Add the remaining cheese slices on top and top with the top buns.
- In a small microwave safe bowl melt the butter with the minced dried onion and parsley.
- Brush over the top of the slider buns.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the tops of the buns are golden and the cheese is melty.
- Serve!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can use any cheese you like.
- You can spread bbq sauce on the buns before assembling if you like.
- You can substitute hawaiian rolls if you prefer.
More recipes to try
If you’re anything like me, once you find a recipe you love, you can’t wait to try another. If you need something quick for a busy weeknight, my Instant Pot honey garlic chicken recipe is such a lifesaver – it’s full of flavor and comes together so easily. On chilly days, I’m all about comfort food, and this easy chili con carne totally hits the spot. And when I’m craving something lighter and fresher, my grilled chicken salad with cucumbers and grapes is always a go to. Just like these beef brisket sliders, each of these recipes has a way of bringing a little comfort and joy to the table.
If you try making these slow cooker beef brisket sliders, let me know in the comments below.
