Best 8 Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Sandwiches Recipes

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Pulled beef sandwiches are a delectable and versatile dish perfect for any occasion. These savory sandwiches are made with tender beef that has been slow-cooked until it falls apart, smothered in a rich and flavorful BBQ sauce, and piled high on soft, toasted buns. The result is a mouthwatering combination of textures and flavors that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

This article presents a collection of slow-cooker pulled beef sandwich recipes that cater to a variety of tastes and preferences. From classic BBQ pulled beef to unique variations like Asian-inspired pulled beef and even a vegetarian pulled "beef" option, there's something for everyone. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, cooking times, and ingredient lists to ensure success in your culinary endeavors.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner looking to impress your friends and family, these slow-cooker pulled beef sandwich recipes are sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So fire up your slow cooker, gather your ingredients, and prepare to indulge in a taste sensation that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER DRIP BEEF SANDWICHES



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The slow cooker does most of the work in this recipe-it makes the best shredded beef!

Categories     weeknight meals     dinner     main dish     meat

Time 7h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 2 1/2-pound piece beef chuck roast
1 tsp. minced fresh rosemary
3/4 tsp. kosher salt
Black pepper, to taste
1 12-ounce jar pepperoncini
1 c. beef broth
6 tbsp. salted butter, softened
1 large onion, sliced
6 soft hoagie rolls, split
12 slices provolone cheese
Potato chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Toss the beef roast in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker with the rosemary, ½ teaspoon salt and a generous grinding of pepper. Add the pepperoncini with their brine, along with the beef broth. Cover and cook on low until the meat is very tender and easy to pull apart, 7 to 8 hours.
  • When the slow cooker has about 15 minutes left, heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove the roast to a bowl and shred using 2 forks, then return it to the slow cooker. Keep warm.
  • Preheat the broiler. Put the rolls on a baking sheet and spread with the remaining 4 tablespoons butter. Broil until toasted, about 2 minutes.
  • Heap a generous portion of meat on each roll, then spoon some of the cooking liquid over the meat. Top with a few pepperoncini from the slow cooker and plenty of caramelized onions. Put 2 slices of cheese on each sandwich and return to the broiler just to melt the cheese, about 1 more minute. Serve with potato chips and the extra cooking liquid on the side for dipping.

SLOW COOKER SHREDDED BEEF SANDWICHES



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I like to serve these mouth-watering sandwiches with a side of coleslaw. The homemade barbecue sauce is exceptional and is wonderful for dipping.

Provided by LEAHB21

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Beef

Time 10h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed beef broth
1 cup ketchup
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons steak sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 (3.5 pound) beef eye of round roast, cut in half
16 sandwich buns, split

Steps:

  • Whisk beef broth, ketchup, brown sugar, lemon juice, steak sauce, garlic, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce together in a small bowl.
  • Pour 1/2 of the mixture into a 5-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle salt over beef. Add beef to the slow cooker and cover with the remaining broth mixture.
  • Cook on Low until tender, 10 to 12 hours. Shred beef on a cutting board using 2 forks; return to the slow cooker.
  • Use a slotted spoon to place about 1/2 cup of the beef mixture on each sandwich bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.1 calories, Carbohydrate 80.1 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 41.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 1287.2 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

SLOW-COOKER DRIP BEEF SANDWICHES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 8h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 pounds beef chuck roast
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
One 16-ounce jar pepperoncini
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons salted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions, sliced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
6 soft hoagie rolls, split
6 tablespoons salted butter, softened
12 slices provolone cheese
Potato chips, for serving

Steps:

  • For the beef: Toss the roast in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker with the rosemary, salt and a generous grinding of pepper. Add the pepperoncini with their liquid and the beef broth. Cover and cook on low until the meat is very tender and easy to pull apart, 7 to 8 hours.
  • For the caramelized onions: When the slow cooker has about 15 minutes left, heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove the roast to a bowl and shred using 2 forks, then return it to the slow cooker to keep warm.
  • For the sandwich assembly: Preheat the broiler. Put the rolls on a baking sheet and spread each with a tablespoon of butter. Broil until toasted, about 2 minutes.
  • Heap a generous portion of meat on each roll, then spoon some of the cooking liquid over the meat. Top with a few pepperoncini from the slow cooker and plenty of caramelized onions. Put 2 slices of cheese on each sandwich and return to the broiler just to melt the cheese, about 1 more minute. Serve with potato chips and extra cooking liquid on the side for dipping.
  • Allow the leftover beef to cool completely, then transfer to a resealable freezer bag with a nice portion of cooking liquid and freeze for later use. When ready to serve, thaw completely in the refrigerator, then heat through and serve with additional sandwich fixings.

SLOW COOKER PULLED BEEF RECIPE



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This slow cooker pulled pork is an absolute must try. It cooks to be tender, moist, and packed with so much flavor.

Provided by Gus

Categories     dinner

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 kg (2.2 lb) beef chuck
1 Tbsp garlic, crushed
125 ml (4.2 fl oz) red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp tomato paste
½ cup brown sugar
1 cup beef stock
1 tsp fennel seeds
1 bay leaf
¼ tsp salt

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients in the slow cooker except the beef. Mix until well combined.
  • Add the beef, and baste with the marinade.
  • Cook on low for 8-10 hours.
  • Remove the beef from the slow cooker and place it to the side.
  • Gently remove the fat from the beef and shred using two forks.
  • Remove excess fat from the slow cooker by gently ladling it out. Pour the remaining marinade over the shredded beef.
  • Serve & enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 253.0 g, Calories 309.0 kcal, Fat 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, TransFat 0.6 g, Cholesterol 123 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 19 g, Protein 35 g

SLOW-COOKED BARBECUED BEEF SANDWICHES



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Chuck roast makes delicious shredded beef sandwiches after simmering in a rich, homemade sauce all day. The meat is tender and juicy and takes minutes to prepare for a weeknight dinner or potluck. -Tatina Smith, San Angelo, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
1-1/2 cups ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
12 sandwich buns, split
Sliced onions, dill pickles and pickled jalapenos, optional

Steps:

  • Cut roast in half and place in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, liquid smoke if desired and seasonings. Pour over beef., Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking liquid., Shred beef with two forks; return to the slow cooker. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until heated through. Using a slotted spoon, place 1/2 cup on each bun. Serve with onions, pickles and jalapenos if desired. Freeze option: Place individual portions of cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little broth / water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 1052mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

SLOW-COOKED SHREDDED BEEF SANDWICHES



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In Auburn, Kansas, Myra Innes finds it easy to feed a crowd with this tender and tasty beef on hamburger buns. "The recipe came from my grandchildren's third grade teacher, and it remains one of our favorites," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/3 cup white vinegar
3 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
12 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Cut roast in half; place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine onion, vinegar, bay leaves, salt if desired, cloves and garlic powder; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours or until the meat is very tender. Discard bay leaves. Remove meat and shred with a fork. Serve on buns., Freeze option: Freeze cooled beef mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

SLOW-COOKER PULLED-BEEF SANDWICHES



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Cheaper by the dozen. An inexpensive chuck roast, slowly cooked in sauce, makes 12 mouthwatering sandwiches.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup French dressing
1/2 cup condensed beef broth (from 10 1/2-oz can)
1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 1/2 to 4 lb)
12 burger buns, split

Steps:

  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Mix onion, barbecue sauce, dressing and broth in slow cooker. Add beef; stir to coat.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  • Remove beef from slow cooker; skim fat from sauce. Shred beef with 2 forks; stir beef back into sauce. Using slotted spoon, place 1/2 cup beef mixture onto bottom of each bun. Cover with tops of buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 1 g

SLOW COOKER SHREDDED BEEF



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"Our family loves these tasty shredded beef sandwiches with their mild barbecue flavor," writes Fran Frerichs from Gurley, Nebraska. The recipe makes a lot, so it's a nice choice for parties.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h15m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 medium green peppers, diced
2 large onions, diced
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
14 to 16 sandwich buns, split

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the beef, green peppers and onions. In a small bowl, combine tomato paste, brown sugar, vinegar, chili powder, salt, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. Stir into meat mixture. Cover and cook on high for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. , Skim fat from cooking juices. Shred beef, using two forks. With a slotted spoon, place about 1/2 cup beef mixture on each bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Tips

  • For a tender and juicy pulled beef, choose a chuck roast or brisket. These cuts of meat have a good amount of marbling, which will help to keep the meat moist during cooking.
  • Sear the beef before slow cooking it. This will help to develop a rich flavor and prevent the meat from drying out.
  • Use a flavorful liquid for slow cooking the beef. This could be beef broth, chicken broth, or even beer. The liquid will help to infuse the meat with flavor.
  • Add vegetables and herbs to the slow cooker along with the beef. This will help to create a more flavorful and complex dish.
  • Cook the beef on low for 8-10 hours, or until it is fall-apart tender.
  • Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before shredding it.
  • Serve the pulled beef on slider buns, with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include barbecue sauce, coleslaw, and pickles.

Conclusion

Slow cooker pulled beef sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They are perfect for a casual get-together or a potluck. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

Here are some additional tips for making slow cooker pulled beef sandwiches:

  • If you are short on time, you can cook the pulled beef on high for 4-6 hours. However, the meat will be more tender and flavorful if you cook it on low for 8-10 hours.
  • You can use any type of bread for your sandwiches. Slider buns, hoagie rolls, and even croissants are all good options.
  • Get creative with your toppings. In addition to the classic barbecue sauce, coleslaw, and pickles, you could also try using other toppings such as guacamole, salsa, or even fried onions.

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