Slow Cooker Cuban Sliders
Slow Cooker Cuban Sliders are a mouthwatering treat that combines tender, flavorful pork with zesty seasonings, melted Swiss cheese, and crunchy pickles—all nestled in soft slider rolls. Perfect for parties or family dinners, these sliders are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests with their delightful taste and aroma. Let the slow cooker do the work while you enjoy the tempting scents wafting through your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 sliders 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp Cuban seasoning
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 12 slider rolls (soft)
- 1 cup pickles, sliced
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and rub generously with salt and Cuban seasoning.
- Sear the pork in a hot skillet with olive oil until golden brown on all sides.
- Place sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker, then add the seared pork on top.
- Pour chicken broth over the pork, cover, and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Shred the pork directly in the slow cooker and mix with juices.
- Assemble sliders by layering shredded pork, Swiss cheese, mustard, and pickles on each roll.
- Broil assembled sliders until golden brown and cheese is melted before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Customize sliders with different cheeses or toppings like coleslaw or spicy aioli. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a microwave or oven.