My mom requests this every year for her special day. The meat falls apart and that au jus is absolutely incredible. Just 3 ingredients
This Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient French Dip is a simple yet flavorful way to turn a beef chuck roast into tender, shredded meat and a rich dipping sauce all at once. Slow cooking the beef in a savory blend of broth and onion soup mix allows the meat to become incredibly soft while absorbing deep, savory flavor. The result is juicy, pull-apart beef paired with a delicious au jus—perfect for an easy, restaurant-style sandwich with minimal effort.
Easy Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches (3 Ingredients)
Ingredients
For the Beef & Jus
3–4 lb beef chuck roast, trimmed
3 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 packets (1 oz each) dry onion soup mix
For Serving
6 hoagie rolls or sub buns
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Prepare the roast
Place the roast in a 5–7 quart slow cooker, fat-side up. Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the top, pressing it lightly into the meat. Pour the beef broth around the sides.
Tip: Keeping the fat side up allows it to slowly melt and baste the meat as it cooks, helping keep it moist and flavorful.
Step 2: Cook low and slow
Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours, or on HIGH for 4–5 hours.
Visual cue: The beef is ready when it becomes very tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Step 3: Shred and soak
Transfer the beef to a bowl and shred with two forks. Skim excess fat from the cooking liquid, then return the shredded meat to the slow cooker. Let it sit on WARM for 10–15 minutes.
Tip: Letting the meat rest in the juices helps it absorb more flavor, making every bite rich and juicy.
Step 4: Assemble and finish
Pile the shredded beef onto the rolls. For added texture, place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil for 2–3 minutes until the edges are slightly crisp and the bread is lightly toasted.
Serve warm with a side of the au jus for dipping. Simple, hearty, and packed with flavor, these French dip sandwiches are an easy meal that feels anything but basic.
