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Tender BBQ Brisket Sliders Recipe Easy Slow-Cooked Flavor with Pickles

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These tender BBQ brisket sliders feature slow-cooked, smoky meat paired with tangy pickles for a perfect balance of flavors. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, they are ideal for gatherings and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended or homemade)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup dill pickle slices
  • 12 small soft slider buns or Hawaiian rolls (brioche buns recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (to add to BBQ sauce for extra tang)

Instructions

  1. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and rub smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper evenly over all sides.
  2. Place sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Place the seasoned brisket on top of the onions and garlic, fat side up.
  4. Pour about half of the BBQ sauce over the brisket, spreading gently to cover. Reserve the rest for later.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 5 to 6 hours until the brisket is fork-tender.
  6. Check for doneness; if not tender, cook for an additional hour as needed.
  7. Remove the brisket carefully and shred it using two forks or tongs.
  8. Return shredded meat to the slow cooker, pour remaining BBQ sauce over it, and stir to coat evenly.
  9. Toast the slider buns lightly.
  10. Pile shredded brisket onto each bun and top with dill pickle slices.
  11. Serve immediately.

Notes

Cook brisket low and slow for best tenderness. Let brisket rest 10-15 minutes before shredding to redistribute juices. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of about 195°F (90°C) for shredding. For gluten-free, swap slider buns with gluten-free rolls or serve over leafy greens. Add apple cider vinegar to BBQ sauce for extra tang. Toast buns for added texture. Leftovers keep well refrigerated up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months (without buns).

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