Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches with Caramelized Onions
Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches with Caramelized Onions deliver the ultimate comfort food experience. Tender beef chuck roast simmers in a savory broth, while sweet caramelized onions enhance the flavor profile. These sandwiches are served on crusty French rolls and are perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Enjoy every bite of this mouthwatering dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is to devour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 6 French rolls
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and salt; cook until golden brown (15-20 minutes).
- Prepare the beef: Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot pan until browned on all sides (3-4 minutes each).
- Load the slow cooker: Place seared beef in the slow cooker, add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic.
- Add caramelized onions: Transfer sautéed onions to the slow cooker over the beef.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Assemble sandwiches: Shred the beef in the slow cooker, fill French rolls with shredded beef and onions, drizzle with warm broth before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute beef with chicken or try adding smoked paprika for extra flavor. Make sure to use fresh rolls that can hold up against the juicy filling.