Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches — tender beef, melted cheddar, and a rich gravy in every bite. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping the beef moist and the gravy thick. The cozy, hearty flavors will make your home smell amazing. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Bang Bang Chicken Skewers with Spicy Dipping Sauce and Easy Roasted Garlic Recipe Ready in 20 Minutes.

What You'll Need for Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 hoagie rolls
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Optional: Sliced onions
• Optional: Pickles
• Optional: Lettuce
• Optional: Tomato

How to Make Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

1. Step 1: Place the beef chuck roast in the slow cooker. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, thyme, rosemary, and garlic powder.
2. Step 2: Add the sliced onions, minced garlic, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker.
3. Step 3: Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
4. Step 4: Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
5. Step 5: Toast the hoagie rolls if desired. Spoon the beef and cheese mixture onto the rolls and serve hot. Add your favorite toppings if desired.

Storing & Reheating Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat it in the slow cooker or oven before serving.

Freezing Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

Freeze the beef mixture for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, sear the beef in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the beef chuck roast with beef brisket or beef roast.
• Make-ahead: The beef mixture can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the gravy is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the slow cooker. Cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the gravy thickens.

Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

4-8 hrs

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Total

4-8 hrs 15 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 hoagie rolls

Seasonings

• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Optional Toppings

• Sliced onions
• Pickles
• Lettuce
• Tomato

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the beef chuck roast in the slow cooker. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, thyme, rosemary, and garlic powder.
2. Step 2: Add the sliced onions, minced garlic, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker.
3. Step 3: Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
4. Step 4: Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
5. Step 5: Toast the hoagie rolls if desired. Spoon the beef and cheese mixture onto the rolls and serve hot. Add your favorite toppings if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, sear the beef in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the beef chuck roast with beef brisket or beef roast.
• Make-ahead: The beef mixture can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the gravy is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the slow cooker. Cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the gravy thickens.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze the beef mixture for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through.
• Make ahead: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat it in the slow cooker or oven before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 690
• Protein: 55g
• Fat: 37g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 1400mg
• Cholesterol: 160mg
• Sat. Fat: 20g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!