Delicious Chipped Ham BBQ Recipe (2024)

May 29, 2017 by DinnerPlanner

You are going to LOVE this ham BBQ recipe made with chipped ham. Make a super-delicious HAM BBQ Sandwich that everyone will love for dinner, lunch or your picnics and parties! Make your BBQ and toss in a crock pot to keep warm for those picnics. Don’t forget the pickles on the side!

These Chipped Ham with BBQ Sauce Sandwiches are Always a Huge Hit!

Ham BBQ using Isaly’s Chipped Ham – (Or Use Your Favorite Ham Chopped Very Thin)

Growing up in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area, as a child we always had Isaly’s ham BBQ’s at picnics and special events. Definitely a yummy staple of every family summer picnic.

They were so popular because they were super-easy to make, delicious tasting, and pleased everyone at every age. Not to mention they were so low in cost, so it was one way to feed a large crowd with little money. These tasty BBQ Sandwiches are still popular today, and still so simple to prepare.

Isaly’schip-chopped ham is the key, which explains why it withstands the test of time and still a crowd favoritetoday. This perfect ham was sliced so thin you could practically see right through it. If you can’t find Isaly’s chipped ham, use your favoriteham sliced very thin.

Here is how you make the best picnic ham BBQ in under 10 minutes.

Keep Your Ham BBQ Warm in the Crockpot

Want something a little different? Serve slider ham bbqs for a large crowd. Keep your ham bbq warm in a crockpot and serve with a side of slider buns. Add in a little relish, and you have little savory sandwiches that can feed a small crowd.

Ingredients Needed for BBQ’s

Ham BBQ Sauce Recipe:

Isaly’s chipped chopped ham
Heinz Ketchup
Apple Cider Vinegar
Brown Sugar
Yellow mustard
Worchester shire

Easy Steps to Make this Delicious Ham BBQ Recipe

Step 1. Bring the sauce ingredients to a simmer in a medium-sized saucepan.

Step 2. Let sauce cook for about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3. Add the chipped chopped ham to the sauce and stir to coat the ham.

Step 4. Cool on low for a few minutes or until ham is heated through.

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Tips on Making the Traditional Ham BBQ’s –

Use Isaly’s Chipped ham or the cheapest brand of ham you can find and have it shaved thin.
Buy your fresh ham from the deli.
Always use small cheap buns, remember, it’s all about the ham!
Don’t use water in the sauce!
Taste the sauce after everything has been added, add a little extra brown sugar or vinegar depending on your taste.
If you don’t have yellow mustard, add about 1/4 teaspoon dried mustard.
Don’t forget the relish. Some people love lots of relish on their BBQs.
Try to use Heinz ketchup if possible. We LOVE this ketchup!
Don’t try to be neat – sloppy is ok, just have extra napkins.
Serve macaroni salad and about 12 different tasty jello salads (LOL) and you have yourself a traditional Pittsburgh picnic!

It’s always tempting to eat warm BBQ ham right out of the pan – but save some for the sandwiches!

It’s actually fun to make these Ham BBQ’s and something we look forward to at the start of every Memorial Day – So from us to you –

HAVE A HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY! Have a great summer and fun picnics with great food!

What to Serve with Ham BBQ Sandwiches

There are so many side dishes that goes well with this BBQ. Here are just a few of our favorites.

Corn on the Cob – also learn how to make cooler corn on the cob for a crowd!
Basic Macaroni Salad
Crispy Parmesan Crusted Potatoes Recipe
Potato Chips
Pasta Salad Made with Spaghetti

Does Ham BBQ Keep Well?

Yes, ham BBQs will keep well in your refrigerator for about 4-5 days to eat again for dinner or a quick lunch. Just store any leftovers in an airtight container.

Do you want to try another Pittsburgh favorite? Try our quick and delicious spaghetti with ground beef meat sauce!

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FAQs

Is chipped ham the same as shaved ham? ›

Basically, chipped ham is chopped ham that's been cut into very thin slices. You can also ask for very thinly shaved ham if your deli doesn't know what you're talking about when you ask for it chipped. To make a chipped chopped ham barbecue sandwich, you'll need some chipped chopped ham or shaved chopped ham.

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Is chipped ham a Pittsburgh thing? ›

By chipping or shaving the meat loaf against a commercial meat slicer blade, the resultant thinly sliced product has a different texture and flavor compared to thickly sliced ham. In western Pennsylvania, northern West Virginia and eastern Ohio, the slicing process is also referred to as "Pittsburgh style".

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How many pounds of chipped ham per person? ›

The best rule of thumb for ham is to plan about 1/2 pound per person when picking a bone-in ham (it's heavier) and 1/3 pound if boneless.

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What's the difference between cooked ham and chopped ham? ›

Chopped ham was a more economical choice than traditional cooked ham, which is what made it so popular in the post-World War II era. The chopped ham loaf then gets shaved incredibly thin on the meat slicer — or nowadays, the chipper — to create a fine texture and "hammier" flavor.

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Is chipped ham a Pennsylvania thing? ›

This style of ham is so popular in western Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia that most deli counters there will have chopped ham already chipped up for customers.

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Is chipped ham good for you? ›

Ham and other processed meats are very high in salt and associated with an increased risk of certain cancers.

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Do they still make Isaly's chipped ham? ›

Isaly's Original Chipped Chopped Ham

You can now buy Isaly's Chipped Chopped Ham ONLINE at Penn Mac! Click here to go to their website. Fresher: Unmatched for freshness.

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How many days is chipped ham good for? ›

In short? Once you open a package of ham, or if it comes open — like if it was sliced at the deli counter— you can safely eat your leftovers for up to five days.

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How long is chipped chopped ham good for? ›

Sliced ham, when stored properly in the refrigerator, can typically last for about 3-5 days. It's essential to check for any signs of spoilage and adhere to food safety guidelines.

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Is a 10 pound ham enough for 12 people? ›

Plan for 3/4 to 1 pound per person for a bone-in ham.

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How thin is chipped ham? ›

WHAT IS “CHIPPED”?: Ham that is “sliced” wafer thin, so thin that you can almost see through it.

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Can dogs eat ham? ›

Is Ham Bad for Dogs? Ham is not toxic to dogs, but it's also not a healthy treat for them. So if your pup eats a little piece that fell to the floor, they should be totally fine. But feeding ham to your dog as a regular snack can cause some long-term health issues.

What is grandmother ham? ›

About this product: A fully boned leg which is hand trimmed and tied with the skin left over, then smoked over german beech. A full Grandmother Ham is approximately 3 to 5kg, a half Grandmother Ham approximately 2 to 3kg.

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What is shaved ham called? ›

3 – Prosciutto

In Italy, prosciutto is called prosciutto crudo, which means “raw ham”. Sliced or shaved prosciutto is available from the deli counter. Tips for use: Prosciutto is best uncooked. Arrange slices over a cooked pizza, or wrap it around grissini or wedges of rockmelon as part of an antipasto platter.

What else is chipped ham called? ›

It features ham from a processed, pressed, shape loaf called “Chopped Ham.” That ham is “chipped,” or shaved translucently thin, to the point where it begins to shred. The product is sold as “chipped chopped ham” or sometimes referred to by locals as “chip chop” ham.

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What is a thinly sliced ham called? ›

Prosciutto crudo, in English often shortened to prosciutto (/prəˈʃuːtoʊ, proʊˈ-/ prə-SHOO-toh, proh-, Italian: [proʃˈʃutto]), is uncooked, unsmoked, and dry-cured ham. Prosciutto crudo is usually served thinly sliced.

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