Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches
Tender beef chuck roast cooked in savory broth, served in sandwich rolls with optional cheese for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds beef chuck roast Choose a good quality beef for tenderness.
- 1 piece onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 4 cups beef broth Can use low-sodium for a richer flavor.
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 8 pieces sandwich rolls or hoagie buns Can substitute with ciabatta or baguette.
- to taste Provolone or Swiss cheese Optional, for topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of your crockpot.
- Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper on all sides and place it on top of the onions and garlic.
- Pour the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and dried thyme over the beef, ensuring most of the meat is covered.
Cooking
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours until the beef is tender and easily shreds.
- Remove the beef from the crockpot and shred it using two forks, then return the shredded beef to mix with the juices.
Serving
- Split the sandwich rolls and optionally melt cheese on top by placing them under the broiler for a minute.
- Fill the rolls with the shredded beef mixture and serve hot with a small bowl of the cooking liquid for dipping.
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Notes
For extra flavor, consider searing the beef before it goes into the crockpot. Experiment with various toppings and spreads like horseradish or garlic aioli.