Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches Recipe
These Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches feature tender, slow-cooked chuck roast seasoned with onion soup mix, garlic, and thyme, simmered in a rich broth. Served on toasted hoagie rolls with melted provolone cheese and a flavorful au jus for dipping, they make a comforting and delicious meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-10 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 10 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Seasonings
- 3 pound chuck roast (2.5–3.5 pound will work)
- 2 tablespoons onion soup mix (1 envelope)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced or pressed)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 10.5 ounces condensed French onion soup (1 can)
For Sandwich Assembly
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 8 small (4 inch) hoagie rolls or 4 large (6–8 inch) rolls
- 4 ounces provolone cheese (sliced, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chuck Roast: Place the chuck roast in the bottom of the slow cooker. Season all sides with the onion soup mix, minced garlic, and dried thyme, ensuring the flavors penetrate the meat.
- Add Liquids and Butter: Pour the Worcestershire sauce and condensed French onion soup over the top of the roast. Cut one tablespoon of butter into two pats and place them on top of the roast. Cover with the slow cooker lid.
- Cook the Roast: Cook the meat on high for 6-8 hours or on low for 8-10 hours until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Shred the Meat: Carefully remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred the meat using two forks, discarding any excess fat or connective tissues.
- Prepare Au Jus: Drain the fat from the cooking juices and transfer the liquid into a bowl or bowls to serve as the au jus dipping sauce.
- Toast the Rolls: Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Cut each hoagie roll in half and brush the cut sides with the melted butter. Place the rolls cut side up on a baking sheet and broil for 2-4 minutes or until the edges are nicely toasted and golden brown.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Fill the toasted rolls with the shredded beef, top with provolone cheese if desired, and serve alongside the warm au jus for dipping.
Notes
- Using chuck roast between 2.5 to 3.5 pounds works best for tenderness and shredding.
- If you don’t have condensed French onion soup, homemade onion soup or broth can be substituted for a similar flavor.
- The provolone cheese is optional but adds a creamy, melty element to the sandwiches.
- Broiling the rolls quickly toasting brings out the best texture and buttery flavor.
- For a lower fat option, skim excess fat from the au jus before serving.
- Leftover shredded beef makes a great filling for tacos or salads.
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