Description
Slow cooker cowboy sandwiches merge hearty beef, tangy barbecue sauce, and crisp coleslaw between toasted bread. Ranch-style comfort meets simple preparation for a satisfying meal that delivers bold southwestern flavors you can easily enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) beef chuck roast
- 2 cups (480 ml) barbecue sauce
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup (113 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 4–6 sandwich rolls
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) black pepper
- Optional toppings: pickles, coleslaw, or crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Nestle the robust beef chuck roast into the ceramic vessel of the slow cooker, creating a foundation for a hearty meal.
- Scatter sliced onions generously across the meat, then drizzle with tangy barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper for a complex flavor profile.
- Secure the lid and allow the meat to transform slowly at low temperature (8 hours) or high temperature (4 hours) until the beef becomes supremely tender and effortlessly separates with minimal pressure.
- Utilize two forks to delicately dismantle the meat, thoroughly incorporating it with the rich, developed sauce, ensuring every strand is coated with savory goodness.
- Optionally, enhance the sandwich rolls by briefly toasting them to create a crisp exterior and warm interior.
- Construct the sandwiches by generously layering the succulent shredded beef onto the prepared rolls, then crown with sharp cheddar cheese and complement with optional garnishes like crisp pickles or creamy coleslaw.
- Serve piping hot, presenting a rustic and satisfying culinary experience that promises to delight.
Notes
- Choose fatty chuck roast for maximum tenderness and rich flavor in the slow-cooked beef.
- Opt for low-sodium barbecue sauce to control salt content and customize the sandwich’s taste profile.
- Try gluten-free rolls or lettuce wraps to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences.
- Prepare extra beef and freeze in portions for quick future meals, extending the recipe’s versatility.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 91 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 94 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg