Description
This Crockpot French Dip Sandwich recipe features tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast seasoned with garlic and onion powders, seared for extra flavor, and simmered in a savory broth with Worcestershire and soy sauce. The shredded beef is piled onto toasted hoagie rolls with optional melted provolone cheese and served with flavorful au jus for dipping, making a comforting and easy meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients
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Beef and Seasoning
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Broth and Sauces
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Sandwich Components
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 4 slices provolone cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Rub it evenly with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to season the meat thoroughly.
- Sear the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the seasoned beef roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. This step enhances flavor but can be skipped for simplicity.
- Transfer to Crockpot: Place the seared or unseared roast into the Crockpot, ensuring it fits comfortably for even cooking.
- Mix and Pour Broth: In a bowl, combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Pour this mixture over the beef in the Crockpot to create a flavorful cooking liquid.
- Slow Cook: Cover the Crockpot and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender enough to shred easily with a fork.
- Rest and Shred: Remove the cooked roast from the Crockpot and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Using two forks, shred the beef into bite-sized pieces.
- Soak in Juices: Return the shredded beef to the Crockpot to soak in the cooking juices for a few minutes to retain moisture and flavor.
- Prepare Rolls: Slice the hoagie rolls open. If desired, place slices of provolone cheese on the rolls and melt under a broiler for 1-2 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Fill each hoagie roll with a generous portion of shredded beef. Serve with au jus from the Crockpot for dipping and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- To enhance flavor and texture, add sliced onions or bell peppers to the Crockpot during the cooking process.
- Leftover sandwiches can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of broth to keep the beef moist and tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
