Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Sandwiches

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    Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Sandwiches

Description

These slow cooker shredded beef sandwiches are tender, juicy, and full of rich flavor. The beef is cooked low and slow until it falls apart, then served on soft sandwich rolls. Perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or meal prep, with minimal hands-on work.



Ingredients

For the Beef

  • 3–4 lb beef chuck roast

  • 1 cup beef broth

  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (or beef gravy, depending on preference)

  • 1 medium onion, sliced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

For Serving

  • Sandwich buns or rolls

  • Optional toppings:

    • Coleslaw

    • Pickles

    • Sliced cheese

    • Caramelized onions



Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef

  • Season the beef chuck roast with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika on all sides.

2. Assemble in Slow Cooker

  • Place sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker.

  • Add the seasoned beef on top.

  • Pour in beef broth, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic.

3. Slow Cook

  • Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the beef is very tender and easily pulls apart.

4. Shred the Beef

  • Remove the beef and shred it using two forks.

  • Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce.

  • Let it cook an additional 20–30 minutes to absorb more flavor.

5. Serve

  • Spoon the shredded beef onto sandwich buns.

  • Add your favorite toppings and serve warm.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with fries, roasted potatoes, or a simple salad.

  • Great for parties or game days with a topping bar.

  • Can also be used in tacos, wraps, or over rice.

  Variations & Tips

  • Spicy version: Add chili flakes or hot sauce.

  • BBQ-free option: Replace BBQ sauce with beef gravy or tomato sauce.

  • Extra richness: Stir in a little butter at the end.

  • Crispy texture: Broil shredded beef on a baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.



Storage

  • Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days.

  • Freeze shredded beef for up to 3 months.

  • Reheat gently with extra sauce to keep it moist

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