Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches Recipe
Tender and flavorful Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches made with slow-cooked beef chuck roast infused with savory beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Perfectly shredded and served on toasted hoagie rolls with melted provolone cheese and a side of rich au jus for dipping.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Beef and Seasonings
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Broth and Sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Sandwich Assembly
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 4 slices provolone cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Prepare the Beef: Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Rub it evenly with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to infuse flavor.
- Sear the Roast (Optional): Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. This enhances flavor but can be skipped for convenience.
- Transfer to Crockpot: Place the browned or unbrowned roast into the Crockpot.
- Make the Cooking Liquid: In a bowl, mix beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Pour this mixture evenly over the beef in the Crockpot.
- Slow Cook the Beef: Cover the Crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Shred the Meat: Remove the roast from the Crockpot and let rest for 5 minutes. Using two forks, shred the beef into bite-sized pieces.
- Soak the Shredded Beef: Return the shredded beef to the Crockpot to soak in the flavorful juices for a few minutes to enhance taste and moisture.
- Prepare the Rolls: Slice the hoagie rolls open. If desired, melt provolone cheese on the rolls under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Assemble and Serve: Fill each hoagie roll with shredded beef. Serve with a small bowl of the cooking au jus for dipping. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sliced onions or bell peppers to the Crockpot during cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftover beef with a splash of broth to keep it moist.
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