Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches

These Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches are hearty and flavorful and are a classic comfort food that will satisfy your cravings. The tender, juicy beef is infused with smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors, making it the perfect filling for a delicious sandwich. Perfect to make for an easy family dinner, game day food, or to take to any potluck.

I love that most Slow Cooker Recipes require minimal effort. This BBQ Pulled Beef is one of those recipes. Simply toss the ingredients into the slow cooker and let it do the work. Can’t get easier than that and it’s a perfect make-ahead meal too.

Have I mentioned to you that I love my slow cooker? I do.  It’s true.  It’s been one of those weeks where I need to have easy-planned meals so that I can concentrate on the tasks to be accomplished. I found a beef roast in the freezer and I knew exactly what I was going to have for dinner the next night, these BBQ Pulled Beef Sandwiches.

While I used a bottle of our favorite store-bought barbeque sauce, I’ve made this recipe using the homemade sauce from this Sweet Heat BBQ Chicken with great success. We like to serve them with this Creamy Coleslaw with Poppy Seed Dressing or Slow Cooker BBQ Green Beans with Bacon. The beef sandwiches are really delicious with any side you prefer.

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches

There’s something magical about letting beef slow cook for hours until it becomes irresistibly tender. Your house will be filled with the mouthwatering aroma of slow-cooked beef, and you’ll barely have to lift a finger. This Barbeque Shredded Beef recipe is super simple. I use just four ingredients and then cook the roast until I can shred it. It’s a great dinner idea for busy nights or to make for game day festivities.

A sturdy bun is essential for building the perfect BBQ Beef Sandwich. A flimsy bun will fall apart under the juicy, saucy beef. I opted for a homemade hard roll from the bakery, and it held up like a champ, adding the perfect touch of softness without sacrificing structure.

This recipe makes the most delicious pulled beef sandwiches. Whether you serve these tasty sandwiches on hearty hard rolls or mini slider buns, you cannot go wrong.

 Timesaving Tips and Variations

• Because this recipe takes about 7 hours to make, it’s perfect to start in the morning and it will be ready when you get home.
• Use whatever BBQ sauce you like or create a homemade one like this Cherry Bourbon BBQ Sauce.
• There’s no need to brown the roast before you place it in the slow cooker, but you definitely do so.
• Add some sliced jalapenos or pepperoncini peppers to the crock pot for a spicy taste.
• This recipe is perfect for making ahead of time. Prepare the beef and sauce and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
• Leftover BBQ beef can be frozen for later. Store it in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out, these tips will help you make the best slow cooker BBQ beef sandwiches.

What Cut of Beef to Use for Pulled Beef Sandwiches?

I like to use a chuck roast for the perfect BBQ beef sandwich. It’s rich in marbling and breaks down beautifully after hours in the slow cooker. This is what gives you that fall-apart texture that BBQ dreams are made of! When selecting your beef, opt for a 3-4 pound roast—enough for the whole family or leftovers you’ll be craving.

What Type of BBQ Sauce to Use?

You really want a good quality sauce or a homemade sauce to use to make BBQ Beef. I tend to use Sweet Baby Rays or make a homemade sauce. It really is a personal preference and if you like spicy or sweet flavors.

What to Serve with BBQ Beef Sandwiches

Pair these BBQ beef sandwiches with some classic sides for the ultimate meal:

• Easy Baked Beans
• Macaroni and Cheese Bites
• Country Style Potato Salad
• Creamy Bacon Tomato Pasta Salad

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Essential Tools for Slow Cooker BBQ Beef

The tools you need are minimal which is also another benefit of this recipe. I have linked to my favorite slow cooker.

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• slow cooker
• knife
• cutting board
• fork

The list of tools are my recommended items but as always, use what you have.

Ingredients

The ingredients in this recipe can be found in your local markets. I’ve linked to my favorite BBQ sauce.

• beef chuck roast
• onion
• garlic
• Sweet Baby Ray’s Sweet and Spicy BBQ sauce
• hard rolls
• nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

Spray the inside of the slow cooker with non-stick spray – helps with cleanup. Season roast with salt and pepper. Then place the roast (trimmed of all visible fat) in the slow cooker, and top with chopped onion and minced garlic.

Pour your bottle of BBQ sauce over the roast.

Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours. Shredded the meat with a fork and give it a good stir in the sauce. Cover again and cook for another hour. If you want to cook this on high do so for about 4-5 hours and then shred the meat and cook another hour.

Pile the beef filling into buns and serve with coleslaw or your choice of side.

Ready to sink your teeth into the ultimate BBQ Beef Sandwich? Grab your slow cooker, print out this recipe, and get cooking!

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Other BBQ Recipes You May Enjoy

• Paleo Tangy BBQ Pulled Pork – another slow cooker BBQ sandwich filling
• Slow Cooker BBQ Green Beans – fresh green beans slow cooked in a delicious BBQ sauce
• Sweet Heat BBQ Chicken – a little spicy yet sweet sauce to glaze grilled chicken with
• Cowboy Beans – a quick baked bean side dish

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