Description
Hearty slow cooker cowboy sandwiches blend rustic ranch flavors with tender pulled beef. Savory meat nestles between crusty bread, delivering a satisfying meal perfect for casual gatherings and hungry crowds.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) beef chuck roast
- 6 slices cheddar cheese
Vegetables:
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Liquid and Seasoning:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) beef broth
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Bread:
- 6 sandwich buns
Instructions
- Layer chuck roast, sliced onions, diced bell peppers, and minced garlic into the slow cooker, creating a flavorful base for the sandwich filling.
- Pour barbecue sauce and beef broth over the meat mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well-coated and seasoned with salt and black pepper.
- Set slow cooker to low temperature and allow the meat to gently simmer for 7-8 hours, developing rich, tender texture and deep flavor profiles.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully remove meat and use two forks to shred the beef, separating it into succulent, stringy pieces.
- Return shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix thoroughly with the vegetable-infused cooking liquid, creating a cohesive and moist filling.
- Lightly toast sandwich buns until golden and crisp around the edges for added texture and warmth.
- Generously pile the beef mixture onto each toasted bun, ensuring an abundant serving of the savory mixture.
- Crown each sandwich with melting cheddar cheese slices, allowing the heat to slightly soften the cheese.
- Serve immediately while the sandwiches are piping hot, capturing the maximum flavor and texture of the cowboy-style dish.
Notes
- Choose chuck roast or brisket for maximum tenderness and rich flavor in the slow cooker.
- Drain excess liquid after cooking to prevent soggy sandwich buns and maintain ideal texture.
- Customize spice levels by selecting mild or hot barbecue sauce according to personal preference.
- For gluten-free option, use gluten-free buns or serve over cauliflower rice instead of traditional bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg