Description
Hearty slow cooker cowboy sandwiches deliver robust ranch-style flavors perfect for hungry crowds. Packed with tender shredded beef, zesty seasonings, and classic Western charm, this dish promises a delicious meal that brings comfort and excitement to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3 pounds (1.36 kilograms) chuck roast
- 1 pound (0.45 kilograms) bacon, cooked and crumbled
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 onion, sliced
Additional Components:
- 1 (4 ounces) 113 grams can diced jalapenos
- Sliced Colby Jack cheese
- 6 buns
- Crispy fried onions for topping
Instructions
- Nestle the chuck roast into the ceramic basin of the slow cooker, preparing it for a long, flavor-infusing journey.
- Generously cascade BBQ sauce over the meat, then intersperse half the crispy bacon crumbles, thinly sliced onion rings, tangy Worcestershire sauce, aromatic minced garlic, rich brown sugar, and a portion of diced jalapeños throughout the cooking vessel.
- Gently swirl the ingredients to ensure the roast receives an even coating of robust seasonings, creating a harmonious flavor profile.
- Secure the lid and allow the meat to tenderize slowly, letting low heat transform the tough cut into succulent strands over 6-8 hours, or accelerate the process on high for 4-6 hours.
- Once the meat reaches fork-tender perfection, carefully separate and shred the beef directly within the cooking liquid using two utensils.
- Strategically drain excess liquid, retaining just enough moisture to maintain the meat’s juiciness and intense flavor.
- Toast the buns until they develop a golden, crisp exterior that can withstand the hearty filling.
- Layer the shredded beef generously onto the bottom bun, sprinkling the remaining bacon and jalapeños for an extra flavor punch.
- Crown the sandwich with the top bun and serve immediately, allowing diners to experience the rich, smoky essence of this cowboy-inspired creation.
Notes
- Choose a well-marbled chuck roast for maximum tenderness and rich flavor in your sandwich.
- Drain excess liquid carefully to prevent soggy buns while maintaining the meat’s juiciness.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting jalapeño quantities or removing seeds for milder versions.
- For gluten-free options, serve the shredded beef over rice or in lettuce wraps instead of traditional buns.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 4-6 hours (high
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg