Hearty Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
Hearty Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches are the epitome of comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. Tender chuck roast is slow-cooked to perfection in a savory broth, then piled onto crusty sub rolls and topped with gooey provolone cheese. This no-fuss recipe promises rich flavors and minimal prep time, making it ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining family and friends. Serve with a side of au jus for dipping, and enjoy every mouthwatering bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 medium onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 8 oz creamy provolone cheese, sliced
- 6 sturdy sub rolls
Instructions
- 1. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the roast for about 3 minutes on each side until browned.
- 2. Sauté sliced onions and minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant and caramelized (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Transfer the roast to a slow cooker and add beef broth. Top with sautéed onions, garlic, and dried thyme. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- 4. After cooking, remove the roast and shred it using two forks.
- 5. Assemble sandwiches by placing shredded beef on sub rolls and topping with provolone cheese; optionally broil until cheese is bubbly.
- 6. Serve with au jus made from the slow cooker broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg