Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches (Print-Friendly Version)

Savory hoagies with slow-cooked beef, provolone, and rich juices for classic French dip flavor.

# Ingredients List:

→ Beef

01 - 900 g beef chuck roast

→ Seasonings

02 - 15 ml olive oil
03 - 5 g salt
04 - 2 g ground black pepper
05 - 2 g garlic powder
06 - 2 g onion powder

→ Liquids

07 - 480 ml beef broth
08 - 15 ml Worcestershire sauce
09 - 15 ml soy sauce

→ Bread & Cheese

10 - 4 hoagie rolls
11 - 4 slices provolone cheese (optional)

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Rub all sides evenly with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
02 - 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.
03 - Place the browned or unbrowned roast into the Crockpot.
04 - In a bowl, combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Pour the mixture over the beef in the Crockpot.
05 - Cover and cook on low setting for 8 hours, or until the beef becomes tender and shreds easily with a fork.
06 - Remove the beef from the Crockpot and let rest for 5 minutes. Shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
07 - Return shredded beef to the Crockpot to absorb additional juices for several minutes.
08 - Slice hoagie rolls open. If desired, top with provolone cheese and place under the grill for 1–2 minutes until melted.
09 - 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.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For enhanced flavour, add sliced onions or bell peppers to the Crockpot during cooking.
02 - Leftover beef can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of broth to maintain moisture.