Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches
A cozy and delicious slow-cooked meal featuring tender beef, aromatic herbs, and gooey cheese in a warm hoagie roll, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast Well-marbled for best flavor
- 1 unit onion, sliced Yellow or sweet
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth Low-sodium if preferred
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 4 unit hoagie rolls
- 8 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the whole beef chuck roast in the slow cooker. Pat it dry and season the outside lightly with salt and pepper.
- Scatter the sliced onion over and around the roast. Sprinkle minced garlic on top.
- Pour in the beef broth and water. Add Worcestershire sauce and dried Italian seasoning, then finish with another pinch of salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.
- Remove the roast to a cutting board or bowl and shred it with two forks, discarding any large pieces of connective tissue.
- Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir it into the cooking juices, allowing the meat to absorb the flavor. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Assembly
- Split the hoagie rolls and pile on the shredded beef. Top each sandwich with two slices of provolone cheese.
- Optionally, briefly broil the assembled sandwiches until the cheese bubbles and just begins to brown.
- Ladle some of the beef au jus into small bowls for dipping, and serve immediately.
Notes
Consider serving with crispy fries, salad, or coleslaw. Include an array of dipping sauces or flavored mustard for extra zing. Pairs well with bold red wine or beer. For added flavor, sear the roast before slow cooking. You can experiment with spices like smoked paprika or cayenne.