Easy Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches

Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches are an easy dinner idea that you'll fall in love with. Tender beef atop a toasted sandwich roll with an incredibly delicious dipping sauce makes this 5-ingredient, slow cooker recipe a winner! Video below!

A Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich is easy to make and puts an incredible and hearty meal on the table. Tender beef and melted cheese atop a toasted sandwich roll dipped in a delectable, savory sauce that's melt-in-your-mouth good!

And it only takes 5 ingredients!

In our kitchen, easy is the name of the game. This recipe is easier than some crockpot recipes since you don't have to brown the meat before putting it in your crockpot. Once it slowly cooks all day, it comes out tender and pulls apart.

If you love hearty slow cooker recipes, try Crock Pot Pork Chops and Crock Pot Pulled Pork!

We have all the best Crock Pot Tips and Tricks if you need them!

Seriously, most people say this crockpot French dip recipe is by far better than ANY french dip they've ever had, either restaurant-style or homemade.

Since the recipe is as simple as throwing 5 ingredients in a crockpot, it's a weeknight or game day favorite.

Jump to:

• What is A French Dip?
• What is the Best Cut of Beef for French Dip Sandwiches?
• Step-By-Step Instructions
• Other Easy Crockpot Recipes
• Expert Tips & Tricks
• What to Serve with French Dip Sandwiches
• How to Store
• Printable Recipe

What is A French Dip?

A French Dip Sandwich is a hot beef sandwich consisting of tender, thin slices of beef layered on a long white sandwich roll topped with melted cheese dipped into a flavorful sauce made from the beef juices.

And it's so GOOD!

The flavor of the au jus (dipping) sauce, combined with the melted provolone cheese, slightly toasted roll, and succulent meat, is pretty darn close to perfect! 

Note: au jus means "with juice." All of the best French Dip recipes will call for dunking the sandwich in the cooking liquid-it's so good, too!

What is the Best Cut of Beef for French Dip Sandwiches?

Most French dip recipes are made with chuck roast or rump roast. You can also use a cross rib roast, which is even more tender.

Get whichever cut is on sale. As it cooks in the juices, the slow cooker will slowly break down even a tough cut of meat into delectably tender morsels perfect for piling high on a soft French roll.

Step-By-Step Instructions

This French Dip Sandwich recipe comes together quickly and then slowly cooks all day to give you the best French Dip!

Step 1 - Place Meat and Other Ingredients in Slow Cooker

Place your roast in your crockpot. Pour the soup and consomme over the top, and then add garlic and Worcestershire sauce.

Note: If you'd like enhanced flavor, sauté your beef on the stovetop in a large pan on medium-high heat before putting it in the crockpot. This gives it a nice brown crust.

Step 2 - Cook

Cover the crock and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.

Tip: For the most tender beef, cook on low.

Step 3 - Make Sauce

How to make the au jus/dipping juice is a common question. For reference, it's a thin juice, not a gravy consistency.

For the amazing dipping sauce, once the beef is done cooking, remove 3 cups of the juice from the crockpot and place it in a small saucepan. Turn heat to medium and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let cook for about 10 minutes or let it reduce by about half.

Step 4 - Cut or Shred Beef

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C) to prepare for toasting your rolls and melting the cheese. Then, transfer the beef to a plate or cutting board, cut it into thin slices, or shred it with a fork.

Step 5 - Toast Rolls

Next, open sandwich rolls and lay them out on a baking sheet, place the meat on each roll, and top with provolone cheese.

Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees (177 degrees C) for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and rolls are slightly toasted.

Finally, serve your crock pot French dip with your yummy dipping sauce. 

Other Easy Crockpot Recipes

Other weeknight family-favorite recipes are easy Crockpot BBQ Pork Chops, Crockpot Pizza Casserole, and Crockpot Beef Stroganoff.

And, if you're serving a crowd, definitely put 3-ingredient Crockpot Meatballs or tender and juicy Crockpot Teriyaki Meatballs on your list as either an appetizer or main dish.

Expert Tips & Tricks

• Meat Options: The recipe calls for beef chuck roast, but you can also use a cross-rib roast, which is even more tender. Get whichever one is on sale. As it cooks, the slow cooker will slowly break down even a tough cut of meat into delectably tender morsels perfect for piling high on a soft French roll.
• Onions: You can add sliced onions to the crockpot with the meat if you prefer more atop your sandwich. Alternatively, you can caramelize or sauté them on the stovetop and add them to your sandwich.
• Crock Pot Setting: For the most tender beef, cook in the crockpot on low.
• As for bread, hoagie, French, or sourdough rolls, all work with this recipe.
• Equipment: This recipe is best cooked in a 6-quart crockpot.

What to Serve with French Dip Sandwiches

If you're going traditional with your menu, here are some ideas to serve with your Crock Pot French Dip:

• French fries
• Cole Slaw
• Potato Salad
• Chips

Or, if you want to go a little healthier, serve the following with your French Dip recipe:

• Green salad
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts.

Oh, and this Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwich is good year-round.

It's incredible in the winter because you can't go wrong with a hot and juicy sandwich. It's nice not to turn the oven on for dinner in the summertime yet still have a hot meal. 

How to Store

If you have leftover beef, place it in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

When ready to eat, toast your roll with the meat and cheese on when ready to eat top. 

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This recipe was originally published at The Slow Roasted Italian.

Printable Recipe

French Dip in your slow cooker is definitely a must-make for dinner. And they're good leftover the next day! So pile some tender beef on a toasted deli roll, and let's eat!!