Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches
Delicious and hearty sandwiches made with tender beef chuck roast, savory seasonings, and melted provolone cheese, all served on soft hoagie rolls.
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 2 to 3 pounds beef chuck roast Choose one with good marbling for tenderness.
- 1 cup beef broth Adds flavor to the au jus.
- 1 cup water Used to create the cooking liquid.
- 1 onion, sliced Enhances the flavor.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Aromatic addition.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Adds umami flavor.
- Salt and pepper to taste Season thoroughly.
For Serving
- 4 to 6 hoagie rolls Soft rolls perfect for the filling.
- 8 slices provolone cheese Melts beautifully over the beef.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the beef chuck roast in the slow cooker.
- Pour the beef broth and water over the roast.
- Add the sliced onion and minced garlic into the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for about 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
Shredding and Assembly
- Once the cooking time is up and the meat is tender, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
- Return the shredded beef to the au jus in the slow cooker and stir well.
- Toast the hoagie rolls until golden brown.
- Fill each toasted roll with a generous amount of shredded beef and top with slices of provolone cheese.
Serving
- Set up a sandwich station with toasted rolls and individual cups of au jus for dipping.
- Serve with side options like fries or salad as desired.
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Notes
For variations, consider adding peppers or mushrooms, or swap provolone for other cheeses like Swiss or mozzarella. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.