Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches Recipe
Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches are tender, flavorful beef sandwiches slow-cooked to perfection with a savory au jus broth. This easy recipe combines a chuck roast with rich seasonings and onions, served on toasted French rolls with melted provolone cheese, perfect for a comforting meal with a delicious dipping sauce.
- Author: Isla
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 7 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix (or homemade)
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- 4 French rolls or hoagie buns
- 4 slices provolone cheese (or cheese of choice)
- Prepare the crockpot: Place the beef chuck roast in the crockpot. Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix (if using) and au jus gravy mix evenly over the roast to infuse flavor from the start.
- Add liquids and onions: Pour the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the roast. Add the sliced onion around the beef to cook alongside and add depth to the broth.
- Cook the beef: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- Shred the beef: Remove the beef from the crockpot and shred it into bite-size pieces using two forks, discarding any excess fat.
- Prepare the sandwiches: Toast the French rolls or hoagie buns until lightly browned. Divide the shredded beef evenly between the toasted rolls and top each with a slice of provolone cheese.
- Serve with au jus: Serve the sandwiches warm alongside a bowl of the flavorful au jus broth from the crockpot for dipping. Enjoy the melty, savory goodness!
Notes
- You can omit the ranch dressing mix if you prefer a more traditional flavor.
- For a homemade au jus, you can use beef broth with garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce instead of store-bought packets.
- Leftover beef can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers with a little broth to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
- Optional toppings include sautéed mushrooms or caramelized onions for extra richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: French Dip, Crockpot Recipes, Beef Sandwich, Slow Cooker Sandwich, Au Jus Sandwich, Comfort Food