Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches
The best Crockpot French dip sandwiches made with juicy shredded beef cooked in flavorful broth and served on toasted hoagie rolls with melted provolone cheese and savory dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 pounds beef chuck roast
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
4 hoagie rolls
4 slices provolone cheese (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Season the Beef: Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Rub the roast with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Sear the Roast (Optional): In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 3–4 minutes per side. This step enhances flavor but can be skipped if desired.
Transfer to Crockpot: Place the browned (or raw) roast into the Crockpot.
Prepare the Broth: In a bowl, mix beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.
Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef becomes tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Shred the Beef: Remove the roast from the Crockpot and let it rest for 5 minutes. Use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
Return to Juices: Place the shredded beef back into the Crockpot to soak in the flavorful juices for a few minutes.
Prepare the Rolls: Slice hoagie rolls open and, if desired, place provolone cheese on each roll and broil for 1–2 minutes until melted.
Assemble and Serve: Fill each hoagie roll with shredded beef and serve with a small bowl of au jus from the Crockpot for dipping. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Searing the roast adds extra depth of flavor but is optional.
For extra richness, add sliced onions or garlic to the Crockpot while cooking.
Toasting the hoagie rolls helps keep them from getting soggy.
Leftover beef can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the au jus.
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