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Crockpot BBQ Beef Sandwiches Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
  • Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes (low) or 4 hours 15 minutes (high)
  • Yield: 8 sandwiches
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Crockpot BBQ Beef Sandwiches recipe features tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast smothered in a flavorful homemade BBQ sauce. Cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, the beef becomes irresistibly juicy and easy to shred. Served on toasted hamburger buns with optional crunchy coleslaw, pickles, and sliced onions, these sandwiches make a perfect hearty meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (use your favorite brand)
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 hamburger buns

Optional Toppings

  • Coleslaw
  • Pickles
  • Sliced onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef: Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck roast and season it generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor throughout the meat.
  2. Make the BBQ sauce mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Load the slow cooker: Place the seasoned beef chuck roast into the slow cooker and pour the prepared BBQ sauce mixture evenly over the roast, ensuring it is fully coated.
  4. Cook the beef: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or on high heat for 4-5 hours until the beef is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
  5. Shred the beef: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the beef directly in the crockpot, mixing it thoroughly with the BBQ sauce to absorb all the flavors.
  6. Toast the buns: Lightly toast the hamburger buns if desired to provide a slight crunch and prevent sogginess from the sauce.
  7. Assemble sandwiches: Spoon the shredded BBQ beef onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Add optional toppings such as coleslaw, pickles, and sliced onions to enhance texture and taste.
  8. Complete the sandwich: Place the top half of the hamburger bun over the fillings to create a complete sandwich.
  9. Serve and enjoy: Serve the Crockpot BBQ Beef Sandwiches immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the BBQ sauce mixture.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Use a leaner cut of beef to reduce fat content if desired.
  • Customize toppings based on preference—add cheese, jalapeños, or your favorite pickled vegetables.
  • Slow cooking on low produces more tender beef, but cooking on high is a faster alternative if short on time.

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