Crafting Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches Recipe
These Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches feature tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast infused with savory broth and spices. Served on warm hoagie rolls with melted provolone and accompanied by flavorful au jus for dipping, they make an easy, comforting meal perfect for any day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Beef and Broth
- 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
Sandwich Assembly
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 4 slices provolone cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Roast: Pat the beef chuck roast dry using paper towels. Rub the roast evenly with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to season it thoroughly.
- Sear the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. This locks in flavor but can be skipped if desired for simplicity.
- Transfer to Crockpot: Place the seared or unseared roast into the Crockpot.
- Mix and Add Broth: In a bowl, combine the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Pour this mixture over the beef in the Crockpot to infuse flavor during cooking.
- Slow Cook: Cover the Crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours until the beef becomes tender and shreds easily 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 beef into bite-sized pieces.
- Soak and Prep Rolls: Return the shredded beef to the Crockpot juices to soak a few minutes. Meanwhile, slice the hoagie rolls open and, if desired, place provolone cheese on the rolls and melt under a broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until bubbly.
- Assemble and Serve: Fill each hoagie roll with the juicy shredded beef. Serve the sandwiches alongside a bowl of the au jus from the Crockpot for dipping. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sliced onions or bell peppers into the Crockpot during cooking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of broth to keep the beef moist.
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