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Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Rub all sides evenly with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until golden brown, approximately 3–4 minutes per side. This step enhances flavour but may be omitted if preferred.
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Place the browned or unbrowned roast into the Crockpot.
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In a bowl, combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Pour the mixture over the beef in the Crockpot.
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Cover and cook on low setting for 8 hours, or until the beef becomes tender and shreds easily with a fork.
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Remove the beef from the Crockpot and let rest for 5 minutes. Shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
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Return shredded beef to the Crockpot to absorb additional juices for several minutes.
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Slice hoagie rolls open. If desired, top with provolone cheese and place under the grill for 1–2 minutes until melted.
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Fill each hoagie roll with shredded beef. Serve alongside a small bowl of au jus from the Crockpot for dipping. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.