Description
These Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches are a hearty and comforting meal featuring tender shredded beef cooked low and slow in flavorful au jus. Served on toasted hoagie rolls with melted provolone cheese and a side of dipping jus, they make a perfect easy dinner or game day treat.
Ingredients
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Beef and Seasonings
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Slow Cooker Liquid
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 1 packet dry Italian dressing mix
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Sandwich Assembly
- 6 hoagie rolls
- 6 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Sear the Roast: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chuck roast on all sides until it develops a brown crust, about 3-4 minutes per side. This step locks in flavor and adds depth to the dish.
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Transfer the seared roast to the slow cooker. Sprinkle salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder evenly over the beef. Layer the thinly sliced onions and minced garlic on top of the roast.
- Mix and Add Liquid: In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, au jus gravy mix, dry Italian dressing mix, and Worcestershire sauce until combined. Pour this mixture over the roast in the slow cooker, covering the beef and aromatics.
- Slow Cook Beef: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 4 to 5 hours. The beef should become very tender and easy to shred.
- Shred and Mix Beef: Carefully remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred the meat using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir it to soak up the cooking juices.
- Prepare Sandwiches: Split the hoagie rolls and fill each with a generous amount of shredded beef. Top each sandwich with a slice of provolone cheese.
- Toast Sandwiches: Place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler until the provolone cheese melts and bubbles, about 1-2 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Serve: Serve the sandwiches warm alongside small bowls of the cooking liquid to dip, mimicking traditional French dip au jus style.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor and texture, lightly toast the hoagie rolls before adding the shredded beef and cheese.
- Swiss cheese can be substituted for provolone for a slightly different flavor profile.
- If preferred, skim excess fat from the cooking broth before serving to reduce greasiness.
