Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sliders (Trail Rider Edition)

Pulled pork sliders are the perfect trail-riding meal because they deliver big flavor with almost zero effort—exactly what riders want after a long day conquering dusty mountain trails. You can toss everything into the crock pot before heading out, let it slow-cook while you ride, and come back to the camper smelling like absolute heaven. The sliders are easy to assemble, handheld, and mess-friendly, which makes them ideal for eating outside around the fire or passing out to a hungry group of riders. Plus, the sweet Hawaiian rolls, smoky pork, and a hit of BBQ sauce give you that satisfying comfort-food bite that hits hard after hours on the trails. They feed a crowd, store well, and keep everyone fueled for the next day’s adventures.

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sliders

BBQ Pork Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls – Perfect for campers, UTV riders, and anyone who wants a no-stress meal waiting when they get back from the trails.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 hours hrs

Total Time 5 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Pulled Pork

• 3 –4 lb pork shoulder Boston butt
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 cup BBQ sauce plus extra for serving
• ½ cup chicken broth or water
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

For the Sliders

• 2 packs Hawaiian rolls
• Extra BBQ sauce
• Pickles sliced
• Coleslaw optional but amazing

Equipment

• Crock Pot / Slow Cooker

Method

 

Prep the Pork

1. Mix salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder. Rub it all over the pork shoulder.
2. If preparing at home before the trip:
3. 🔸 Season the pork and store it in a gallon zip bag in your RV fridge for easy drop-in cooking.

Load the Crock Pot

1. Place the seasoned pork into your slow cooker. Add:
2. BBQ sauce
3. broth or water
4. brown sugar
5. apple cider vinegar
6. This makes a smoky, slightly sweet sauce—perfect after a full day riding the mountains.

Cook Low & Slow

1. Low for 8 hours (best flavor and tenderness)
2. High for 4–5 hours if you’re riding shorter trails
3. This is ideal for camping because you can turn it on before hitting the trails and return to a camper that smells amazing.

Shred

1. Remove the pork into a bowl and shred with two forks.
2. Add some liquid from the crock pot until it’s juicy but not soggy.

Build the Sliders

1. Layer onto Hawaiian rolls:
2. Pulled pork
3. Drizzle of BBQ
4. Pickles
5. Coleslaw
6. Top bun
7. Perfect handheld trail food — no plates required.

Notes

Why This Recipe Works for UTV Campers

• Hands-off cooking: throw it in before the ride, come back to dinner ready.
• Feeds a group: ideal for multi-family UTV trips or big camping weekends.
• Great leftovers: reheat for lunch on the next day’s ride.
• Easy storage: everything fits in the RV fridge and requires minimal space.
• Sliders = portable: great for eating outside by the fire, no mess.

Optional Add-Ons

• Jalapeño coleslaw for heat
• Smoked cheddar
• Carolina gold BBQ
• Pickled onions
• Serve with chips or campfire Dutch oven mac & cheese