These slow cooker beef beer sliders are the perfect choice for busy weeknights or game-day dinners! The tender beef in these sliders is slow-cooked in beer, giving it a rich and flavorful taste. Pickles, onion, and melty cheese complete these insanely delicious sliders.
I love how easy these sliders are to make. Toss the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it do all the work. The long cooking process gives you tender, juicy beef that shreds easily. Once the meat is done, all you have to do is layer the sliders.
This recipe was inspired by my mom’s old-fashioned beer pork sliders. I loved her recipe so much that I decided to try making a beef version, and I’m so glad I did! The beef adds a new depth of flavor I love even more than her pork version.
They’re perfect for game day parties, family dinners, or any occasion where you want to serve a low-effort, crowd-pleasing meal. In this post, I’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of making these incredible sliders!
Are you looking for more easy slow cooker recipes? Try slow cooker French onion soup, slow cooker smothered steak, or slow cooker huli huli chicken.
🥘Ingredient Notes
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- Chuck roast: This cut of beef is perfect for slow cooking because it becomes incredibly tender and juicy after simmering for hours. And it is inexpensive too!
- Beer: Use your favorite. I like to use a nice, flavorful beer like an amber ale or a lager.
- Brown gravy mix
- Dry onion soup mix
- Onion
- Provolone cheese slices
- Pickles
- Slider buns
🥣How to Make Slow Cooker Beer Beef Sliders
- Grab your slow cooker and toss in the chuck roast. Pour in the beer, and sprinkle the brown gravy mix and dry onion soup mix over the top. Stir to make sure everything is evenly distributed.
- Scatter the sliced onions over the beef mixture. They’ll look like a lot, but they’ll cook down and become deliciously soft and caramelized.
- Put the lid on your slow cooker, set it to low, and let it cook for 8 hours.
- After 8 hours, your beef should be fork-tender and ready to shred. Take it out of the slow cooker and use two forks to shred it into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir to coat it in all those delicious juices.
- Now, it’s time to assemble your sliders! Slice open your slider buns. Place a slice of provolone cheese on the bottom half of each bun, and then pile on the shredded beef.
- Top each slider with a couple of sliced pickles. Then, take two slices of provolone cheese, rip them in half, and place them on top of the pickles in a crisscross pattern. Place the top half of the buns on your sliders.
- If you want to take your sliders to the next level, you can pop them under the broiler for a couple of minutes to melt the cheese and get the buns nice and toasty.
🍴Serving Ideas
One of my favorite things about these sliders is how versatile they are. They’re perfect for a casual family dinner and an excellent appetizer for parties or game-day gatherings. Just set out a big platter of sliders and let your guests help themselves!
Here are a few ideas for sides that pair perfectly:
- Crispy sweet potato fries
- A simple green salad with a tangy vinaigrette
- Coleslaw or a creamy broccoli salad
- Baked beans or mac and cheese for a classic comfort food combo
No matter how you serve them, these slow cooker beer beef sliders are sure to be a hit. Just be warned—they tend to disappear quickly, so you might want to make a double batch! And if you are looking for more sliders try these Sloppy Joe Sliders.
💭How to Store
If you have leftover sliders, wrap each slider individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Place the wrapped sliders in an airtight container or zip-top bag.
Store the sliders in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They’ll still be tasty after a few days, but the buns might start to get a little soggy.
You can store the beef filling in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. It also freezes well for up to 2 months. Thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and use it to make more sliders.
⭐Tips
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- Chuck roast is my go-to for this recipe because it’s well-marbled and incredibly tender during slow cooking. If you can’t find a chuck roast, look for other cuts like shoulder roast or bottom round.
- It’s much easier to shred the beef while it’s still warm from the slow cooker. If you let it cool down too much, getting a good shred going can be tough.
- Get creative with toppings. While I love the classic combination of provolone cheese and pickles, you can try many other delicious toppings. Caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, or a spoonful of coleslaw would all be tasty additions to these sliders.
- Add some hot sauce to the sliders to spice them up a bit.
📝Reader Questions
Absolutely! You can make the shredded beef up to 3 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to serve, reheat the meat in the slow cooker or stove and assemble the sliders as directed.
No problem! You can use regular burger buns, Hawaiian rolls, or even dinner rolls instead of slider buns. Remember that larger buns will require more beef to stuff them full.
Sure thing. If you prefer not to use beer, you can substitute an equal amount of beef broth or even soda.
This recipe makes about 12 sliders, depending on the size of your buns and how much beef you pile on each one. If you’re feeding a crowd, double the recipe so there’s plenty to go around.
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Slow Cooker Beer Beef Sliders
Ingredients
- 2-3 pound chuck roast
- 8 ounces beer
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix
- 1 onion sliced
For assembling sliders
- 8 provolone cheese slices
- Sliced pickles
- 12 slider buns
Instructions
- Add the chuck roast, beer, brown gravy packet, onion soup packet, and sliced onions to the slow cooker. Stir the sides around to combine everything.2-3 pound chuck roast, 1 packet brown gravy mix, 1 packet dry onion soup mix, 1 onion, 8 ounces beer
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 6 hours.
- Once the beef is tender, remove it, shred it, and return it to the slow cooker, stirring so it is coated in the juice.
- Place a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet and place the slider buns on it.12 slider buns
- Slice the buns open and set the top part aside.
- Layer the buns with cheese, followed by shredded meat. Slice pickles on top. Take more slices of cheese, cut them in half, and add them to the slider rolls. Place the top half of the buns on top of the cheese.8 provolone cheese slices, Sliced pickles
- If desired, broil the slider rolls until the cheese is slightly melted, for about 2-3 minutes.
Notes
- Chuck roast is my go-to for this recipe because it’s well-marbled and incredibly tender during slow cooking. If you can’t find a chuck roast, look for other cuts like shoulder roast or bottom round.
- Use your favorite beer.
- It’s much easier to shred the beef while it’s still warm from the slow cooker. If you let it cool down too much, getting a good shred going can be tough.
- Get creative with toppings. While I love the classic combination of provolone cheese and pickles, you can try many other delicious toppings. Caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, hot sauce or a spoonful of coleslaw would all be tasty additions to these sliders.
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition facts are estimates.
