These slow cooker Independence sliders are the kind of low-effort, high-payoff recipe that earns a permanent place in a busy household’s meal rotation. Using shaved deli ham gives the filling a tender, almost pulled texture once it warms with the sauce, and the short ingredient list keeps prep wonderfully simple. It is an easy choice for casual summer gatherings, game days, potlucks, or any night when you want something warm, savory, and crowd-pleasing without much fuss.
Serve these sliders with crisp coleslaw, kettle chips, potato salad, baked beans, or a simple fruit salad for a balanced spread. For drinks, iced tea, lemonade, or light beer all pair nicely, and if you are serving a party table, a platter of pickles, sliced tomatoes, and extra slider buns lets everyone build their plate just the way they like it.
Servings: 8 sliders
Ingredients
- 1½ lb (680 g) 97–99% fat-free deli ham, shaved or thinly sliced
- 1 cup sugar-free barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 8 light slider buns
Instructions
- Add the deli ham to the slow cooker.
- Stir together the barbecue sauce and Dijon mustard, then pour over the ham.
- Cook on LOW for 2–3 hours or HIGH for 1–1½ hours, stirring once or twice.
- Spoon the warm ham mixture onto the light slider buns and serve.
WeightWatchers Points: Approximately 2–4 Points per slider, depending on the brands of barbecue sauce and buns you use.