Here is an easy slow cooker recipe for a tasty sandwich with tender beef and warm dipping juice.
introduction
This Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich makes soft, shredded beef and a rich broth for dipping. You set it in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. It is simple and fits busy days or game nights. If you like easy slow cooker meals, try Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole for breakfast ideas too.
why make this recipe
- The beef becomes very tender with little work.
- The broth (au jus) adds big flavor for dipping.
- You use common pantry items.
- It serves a crowd and is good for leftovers.
how to make Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich
Ingredients :
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions :
- Place the beef roast in the slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the sliced onion, beef broth, water, soy sauce, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Once cooked, shred the beef with two forks and stir it back into the broth.
- To serve, load the beef and onions onto hoagie rolls, top with a slice of provolone cheese, and place under a broiler until the cheese melts.
- Serve with the broth on the side for dipping.
how to serve Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich
Serve the shredded beef hot on toasted hoagie rolls. Add provolone and broil until the cheese melts. Put the warm broth (au jus) in small bowls for dipping. Serve with simple sides like fries, a green salad, or a warm soup such as Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup.
how to store Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich
- Fridge: Put beef and broth in airtight containers. Keep up to 3–4 days.
- Freeze: Cool fully, then freeze beef and broth separately for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Warm the broth on the stove. Heat beef in the broth or microwave until hot. Toast rolls fresh before serving.
tips to make Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich
- Season the roast well with salt and pepper before cooking.
- Optional: Sear the roast in a hot pan for more flavor, then add to the slow cooker.
- Shred the beef with two forks for the best texture.
- If the broth is thin, simmer it on the stove to reduce and concentrate flavor.
- Warm the rolls before adding the beef so they do not get soggy.
variation (if any)
- Cheese: Use Swiss or cheddar instead of provolone.
- Heat: Add a little horseradish or spicy mustard inside the roll.
- Cooking method: Use an Instant Pot on the meat/stew setting for a faster cook.
- Bread: Try ciabatta or kaiser rolls instead of hoagies.
FAQs
Q: How long do I cook the roast in the slow cooker?
A: Cook on low for about 8 hours, until the beef is very tender and shreds easily.
Q: Can I use a different cut of beef?
A: Yes. Chuck roast is best for slow cooking, but brisket or rump roast also work.
Q: Can I make the au jus thicker?
A: Yes. Remove some broth and simmer it on the stove to reduce. You can also add a small slurry of cornstarch and water and stir until it thickens.
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes. Make the beef and broth a day ahead, then reheat and assemble sandwiches when ready.
Conclusion
For another great slow cooker or Instant Pot take on this sandwich, see French Dip Sandwich (Slow Cooker or Instant Pot) – Celebrating ….
Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich
Ingredients
Method
- Place the beef roast in the slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the sliced onion, beef broth, water, soy sauce, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Once cooked, shred the beef with two forks and stir it back into the broth.
- Load the beef and onions onto hoagie rolls, top with a slice of provolone cheese, and place under a broiler until the cheese melts.
- Serve with the broth on the side for dipping.