Ultimate Game Day Grape BBQ Ham Sliders

These Ultimate Game Day sliders feature succulent ham smothered in a tangy grape jelly BBQ sauce, creating a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. The sandwiches are topped with melty cheese and served on soft slider buns, making them an irresistible crowd-pleaser for any Big Game party. The combination of juicy ham, flavorful BBQ sauce, and gooey cheese will have your guests coming back for more, making these sliders a must-have for your game day spread.

Ultimate Game Day Grape BBQ Ham Sliders
  • Prep Time
    20 mins
  • Cook Time
    1 hr 5 mins
  • Total Time
    1 hrs 20 mins

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup of tangy distilled white vinegar
  • 6 tablespoons of sweet grape jelly
  • 1 ½ teaspoons of flavorful paprika
  • 1 ½ teaspoons of aromatic dry mustard powder
  • 6 tablespoons of rich brown sugar
  • 1 ½ bottles (12 ounces each) of bottled sweet chili sauce (like Heinz® Premium Chili Sauce)
  • 6 tablespoons of refreshing water
  • 3 pounds of finely shredded ham
  • 12 soft sandwich buns, split

Step 1

Combine a delightful blend of vinegar, grape jelly, paprika, mustard powder, brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, and water in a saucepan. Heat over medium flame until it reaches a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Introduce the chipped ham into the flavorful mixture and gently mix until it is coated evenly. Allow the concoction to chill and marinate overnight for enhanced taste.

Step 3

On the following day, gently heat up the sauce and ham on a low flame, letting it simmer for an hour while occasionally stirring to infuse the flavors.

Step 4

Finally, generously spoon the delectable ham onto soft sandwich buns for a mouthwatering meal.

Extra Tips & Suggestions

  1. 1. Begin by neatly organizing your ingredients in labeled containers for easy access during game day prep.
  2. 2. Utilize stackable storage bins to keep your pantry and fridge organized, making it simple to find the necessary items for your sliders.
  3. 3. Preserve your fresh produce by storing them in breathable reusable bags to maintain their crispness and flavor.