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Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches Recipe

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Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches are a comforting and flavorful meal featuring tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast infused with onion soup seasoning and beef broth. Served on crusty rolls with melted Swiss or provolone cheese and accompanied by the rich au jus for dipping, these sandwiches are perfect for an easy yet satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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Beef and Broth

  • 2½ to 3 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 2 (14.5-ounce) cans beef broth (or Better-than-Bouillon)
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 (1-ounce) packets dry onion soup mix

Seasoning and Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Sandwich Assembly

  • 6–8 crusty rolls (ciabatta or hoagie)
  • 6–8 slices Swiss or provolone cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat Olive Oil and Season Beef: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef chuck roast generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides.
  2. Sear the Beef: Place the seasoned beef in the hot skillet and sear on all sides until browned, about 1 to 2 minutes per side. This step locks in flavor and adds a rich crust to the meat.
  3. Transfer to Slow Cooker: Move the seared beef along with any pan drippings into your slow cooker. This will be the base for slow cooking.
  4. Add Seasonings and Liquids: Sprinkle the two packets of dry onion soup mix over the beef. Pour in 2 cups of water and the 2 cans of beef broth to create the flavorful cooking liquid (au jus).
  5. Slow Cook the Beef: Cover and cook on HIGH setting for 4 to 6 hours, or on LOW for 8 to 10 hours, until the beef is tender and shreds easily.
  6. Shred the Beef: Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker to soak up the juices or keep it warm separately.
  7. Prepare the Sandwiches: Slice the crusty rolls and pile the shredded beef generously onto them. Top each sandwich with a slice of Swiss or provolone cheese.
  8. Melt Cheese and Toast Rolls: Place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler until the cheese melts and the rolls are toasted to your liking.
  9. Serve with Au Jus: Serve the hot sandwiches with the flavorful slow cooker juices (au jus) on the side for dipping, enhancing each bite with extra richness.

Notes

  • You can substitute brisket for the chuck roast; slice it thin if it doesn’t shred well after cooking.
  • For a quicker version, you may skip searing the beef, though searing enhances flavor significantly.
  • Frozen roast can be used but increase the cooking time by about 2 hours to ensure tenderness.
  • Use a fat separator to clean the au jus if you prefer less fat in your dipping sauce.
  • Soft hoagie rolls, ciabatta, or artisan crusty rolls all work well for these sandwiches.
  • Consider using crockpot liners for easy cleanup after cooking.

Keywords: French Dip Sandwiches, Crockpot, Slow Cooker, Beef Sandwich, Au Jus, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner

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