Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
8 sandwiches
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Calories
962 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches
Description
The Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches recipe centers on a well-seasoned chuck roast that is first seared to lock in flavor, then slow-cooked until tender and shreddable. The spice rub, including brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, chili powder, garlic and onion powders, complements the beef and enhances its depth. Once shredded, the beef is combined with barbecue sauce to add moisture and a balance of sweet and tangy notes.
The long cooking time transforms the chuck roast into tender, juicy meat that contrasts nicely with the crisp toasted hoagie rolls. Adding slices of sharp cheddar cheese melts over the beef to introduce a creamy, savory element. This combination provides a satisfying contrast of textures and flavors.
These sandwiches are suitable for casual dinners or feeding a group. Toasting the hoagie rolls prior to assembly helps prevent them from becoming soggy and adds a pleasant crunch. The recipe is practical for making ahead in the slow cooker and serving when guests arrive.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 5 pound chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
- 8 hoagie roll
- 8 lices sharp cheddar cheese or your favorite cheese
Instructions
- Add the vegetable oil to a heavy bottomed skillet or aluminum slow cooker insert.
- Heat the oil on medium high heat and sear the meat until well browned on all sides (about 2-3 minutes on each side).
- In a small bowl mix the brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, kosher salt, chili powder, garlic powder and onion powder.
- Rub the spices all over the chuck roast and add it to the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
- Shred the beef with two forks and mix in the barbecue sauce.
- Cook on low for 1 hour.
- Serve on toasted hoagie roll with cheese.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 962 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 962kcal | 48% |
| Carbohydrates | 65g | 22% |
| Protein | 67g | 134% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 224mg | 75% |
| Sodium | 1738mg | 72% |
| Potassium | 1166mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin A | 984IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 283mg | 28% |
| Iron | 17mg | 94% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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