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Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches

Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches for Effortless Comfort Food

Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches transform a simple beef chuck roast into an unforgettable meal with minimal fuss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Beef Chuck Roast or brisket/round roast
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral cooking oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on broth
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper or white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh chopped onions
For the Au Jus
  • 4 cups Beef Broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
For the Sandwiches
  • 4 pieces Hoagie Rolls fresh or gluten-free
  • 4 slices Provolone Cheese optional, can use Swiss or mozzarella
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Dry the beef chuck roast with paper towels, then rub with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Optional: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear the seasoned roast for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. Transfer the beef roast to the Crockpot.
  4. In a bowl, combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce, then pour it over the roast.
  5. Cover the Crockpot and cook on low for about 8 hours.
  6. After cooking, shred the beef into bite-sized pieces and return to the juices.
  7. Preheat the broiler. Fill hoagie rolls with shredded beef and top with provolone cheese, then broil for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Serve sandwiches with a small bowl of au jus for dipping, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Searing the beef enriches flavor. Adjust salt levels according to broth's saltiness. Use fresh parsley for garnish.

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