Description
Discover the delicious and easy Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches, a perfect summer crockpot recipe that combines tender beef with flavorful au jus. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe offers juicy beef served on crusty rolls with optional melted cheese. Minimal prep and maximum flavor make these French dip sandwiches a must-try for beef lovers looking for a savory, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast or London broil (cut into large chunks)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth (preferably low sodium)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 6 hoagie buns or French rolls
- Sliced Swiss or provolone cheese (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Place the beef chunks into your Crockpot. Add sliced onions and minced garlic on top.
- Pour in beef broth, soy or Worcestershire sauce, then sprinkle with thyme and black pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until beef is tender and easily shreddable.
- Shred the beef with two forks directly in the crockpot for maximum flavor infusion.
- Toast the hoagie buns lightly, then fill with the shredded beef. Top with cheese if desired.
- Serve with small bowls of warm au jus for dipping the sandwiches and enjoy the savory flavors.
Notes
- For added richness, include crockpot beef or cheesy ground beef recipes as variations.
- Use crusty rolls for a crunchier texture and to avoid sogginess.
- Reheat leftovers in microwave or skillet and store in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 990mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg