Description
This Slow Cooker French Dip recipe features a tender, juicy beef chuck roast cooked low and slow in a savory broth infused with garlic, onions, and Italian seasoning. Served on toasted French rolls with melted cheese and accompanied by flavorful au jus, it’s a comforting and convenient meal perfect for gatherings or a hearty dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 to 4 lbs Beef Chuck Roast
- 3 cups Beef Broth (preferably good quality)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 3 to 4 Garlic Cloves, peeled
- 1 large Onion, sliced
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
For Serving
- French Rolls or Baguette, enough for 6 servings
- Provolone or Swiss Cheese (optional), sliced
Instructions
- Preparing the Beef: Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. For an enhanced flavor, sear the roast in a hot skillet on all sides until it’s nicely browned before transferring it to the slow cooker.
- Layering Aromatics: Place the sliced onion and peeled garlic cloves at the bottom of the slow cooker. This creates a flavorful base that will infuse into the beef and broth as they cook.
- Adding Liquids: Pour the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the aromatics and beef. Ensure the liquid covers enough of the beef to produce a rich au jus for dipping later.
- Slow Cooking: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. The slow, gentle heat will break down the connective tissue in the roast, resulting in juicy, tender meat that shreds easily.
- Shredding and Serving: Carefully remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred or slice the beef using forks or a knife. Pile the beef onto toasted French rolls or baguettes. Optionally, top with provolone or Swiss cheese and allow it to melt. Serve the sandwiches alongside bowls of the flavorful au jus for dipping.
Notes
- Searing the beef before slow cooking enhances the flavor but is optional if you’re short on time.
- Use good-quality beef broth for a richer au jus.
- French rolls or baguette can be toasted for extra texture and flavor.
- Optional cheese can be melted on the sandwich using a broiler or skillet before serving.
- Leftover beef and au jus can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
