Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese Sliders

Pulled pork mac and cheese sliders are dangerously delicious, perfect as appetizers for parties, or to munch on while watching sports games. These are also great for an easy and quick family meal that you can enjoy during the week.

Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese Sliders on a platter

The sweet and savory combination of tender sticky pulled pork with melted sharp cheddar macaroni means that you’ll more than likely need to be making a double batch of these bad boys, especially if you intend taking them to a party – they will be gone in a blink of an eye!

Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese Slider on a plate

Purchasing prepared pulled pork is definitely the way to go if you want to save yourself extra time and effort although there’s nothing stopping you from making your own in advance. While I prepare for the busy holiday season ahead, I’m only too happy to opt for making my life easier and these sliders fit right into that plan.

TIPS FOR MAKING PULLED PORK MAC AND CHEESE SLIDERS

  • Don’t separate the sliders. You will save yourself a lot of time when assembling these mini sandwiches by keeping them attached. 
  • Browning your sliders isn’t absolutely necessary but I do think it adds another level of flavor to each slider as well as helps prevent the buns from getting soggy. 
  • Making your own pulled pork specifically for this recipe is an option but will require some planning ahead of time as you need prepared pulled pork for these sliders. Alternatively, you can purchase prepared pulled pork to save time.
  • These sliders are best enjoyed straight out of the oven!

Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese Sliders

  1. Preheat oven to 350. Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain.
  2. While macaroni is cooking, melt butter in a small saucepan on medium heat.  Whisk in flour, salt, pepper, and ground mustard and cook for 1 minute, whisking continually. mixing butter garlic and seasoning in pan
  3. Turn heat to medium high and gradually whisk in milk and stir until thickened. adding milk to the pan
  4. Whisk in cheese until melted.adding cheese to pan
  5. Next stir in your cooked pasta and set aside.pasta added to cheese mixgure
  6. Heat pulled pork in microwave according to package.  
  7. Using a large serrated knife, cut slider buns in half.  Spread bottom half of buns with 2-3 tablespoons of butter and place in greased 9×13 pan. bottom of buns placed in pan with butter
  8. Spread warmed pulled pork evenly over the bottom half of the buns. pulled pork placed on top of buns
  9. Top with mac & cheese.  Place top half of buns on top of mac & cheese. mac and cheese added on top of pulled pork
  10. In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons melted butter, garlic salt, parsley, and brown sugar.  Brush over the tops of the slider buns. butter mixture brushed on top of buns
  11. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the tops of the buns. parmesan cheese sprinkled on top of buns
  12. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the tops of the sliders are golden brown.  Serve hot or at room temperature.Baked Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese Sliders

WHAT CAN I SERVE WITH THESE PULLED PORK MAC AND CHEESE SLIDERS?

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Sliders work great as appetizers for a party but if you’re looking to serve them alongside other food to make a delicious meal then these sides will go really well with the sliders:

5 from 2 votes

Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese Sliders

Pulled pork mac and cheese sliders are dangerously delicious and are perfect as appetizers for parties or to snack on during sports games!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
 

Mac & Cheese

  • 1 cup uncooked macaroni noodles
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground mustard
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

Sliders

  • 12 slider buns
  • 2-3 tablespoons butter
  • 24 oz. prepared pulled pork shredded (approximately 3 cups)
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350℉. Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain.
  • While macaroni is cooking, melt butter in a small saucepan on medium heat. Whisk in flour, salt, pepper, and ground mustard and cook for 1 minute, whisking continually.
  • Turn heat to medium high and gradually whisk in milk and stir until thickened.
  • Whisk in cheese until melted. Set aside.
  • Heat pulled pork in microwave according to package.
  • Using a large serrated knife, cut slider buns in half. Spread bottom half of buns with 2-3 tablespoons of butter and place in greased 9×13 pan.
  • Spread warmed pulled pork evenly over the bottom half of the buns.
  • Top with mac & cheese. Place top half of buns on top of mac & cheese.
  • In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons melted butter, garlic salt, parsley, and brown sugar. Brush over the tops of the slider buns.
  • Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the tops of the buns.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the tops of the sliders are golden brown. Serve hot or at room temperature.

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Nutrition

Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 620mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 390IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 1mg

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2 Comments

  1. Bre Black says:

    5 stars
    Thank you for your helpful templates and meal ideas. I’m a new mom and feel so overwhelmed with everything on top of keeping my husband fed after a long day of work. So glad I found your website God continue to bless you!!!

    1. So glad to help Bre! Let me know if you have any questions about any recipes.