Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches Recipe

Introduction

This recipe for slow cooker beef and cheddar sandwiches is the perfect copycat of Arby’s famous dish. Tender chuck roast cooked low and slow in a flavorful sauce, piled high on onion rolls and topped with creamy cheddar cheese sauce. It’s a delicious, satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 2-3 pound chuck roast
• 2 teaspoons dried minced onion
• 1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 ½ cups Arby’s sauce (plus more for topping)
• 1 cup cheddar cheese sauce (such as Ricos brand)
• 6 onion rolls

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the chuck roast in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Sprinkle the dried minced onion and Montreal steak seasoning evenly over the roast.
3. Step 3: Pour the Worcestershire sauce over the top of the seasoned roast.
4. Step 4: Evenly pour 1 ½ cups of Arby’s sauce over the roast.
5. Step 5: Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 hours, until the meat is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
6. Step 6: Use two forks to shred the beef in the slow cooker, stirring it into the sauce. Then, set the slow cooker to WARM to keep it ready for serving.
7. Step 7: Heat the cheddar cheese sauce in the microwave until warm and pourable.
8. Step 8: Assemble the sandwiches by piling shredded beef onto the onion rolls. Top with cheddar cheese sauce and additional Arby’s sauce if desired.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, sear the chuck roast in a hot pan before placing it in the slow cooker.
• Substitute the Arby’s sauce with your favorite barbecue sauce or a homemade blend.
• Use sandwich buns if onion rolls aren’t available, but onion rolls add a signature sweetness that pairs well with the beef.
• For a spicier kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture or cheddar cheese sauce.

Storage

Store any leftover shredded beef and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of water if needed to loosen the sauce. Cheese sauce should be reheated separately and freshly added to sandwiches before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different cut of beef?

Chuck roast is ideal for slow cooking because it becomes tender and flavorful, but you can use other tougher cuts like brisket or bottom round as alternatives.

Can I prepare this recipe without Arby’s sauce?

Yes, if Arby’s sauce isn’t available, substitute with your favorite barbecue sauce or a mixture of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and a bit of apple cider vinegar to mimic the tangy flavor.

Slow Cooker Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches Recipe

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This recipe recreates the iconic Arby’s Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches using a slow cooker. A tender chuck roast is seasoned, slow-cooked in Arby’s signature sauce, then shredded and piled high on toasted onion rolls, topped with creamy cheddar cheese sauce for a delicious, easy-to-make copycat sandwich perfect for any occasion.

• Author: Lena
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 hours on LOW or 4 hours on HIGH
• Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes (LOW) or 4 hours 10 minutes (HIGH)
• Yield: 6 sandwiches 1x
• Category: Main Meal
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 2–3 pound chuck roast
• 2 teaspoons dried minced onion
• 1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 ½ cups Arby’s sauce (plus more for topping)
• 1 cup cheddar cheese sauce (such as Ricos brand)
• 6 onion rolls

Instructions

1. Prepare the roast: Place the chuck roast at the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker, ensuring it lays flat.
2. Season the meat: Evenly sprinkle 2 teaspoons of dried minced onion and 1 teaspoon of Montreal steak seasoning over the roast to infuse it with rich flavor.
3. Add Worcestershire sauce: Pour 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce over the seasoned roast for an extra layer of savory depth.
4. Pour Arby’s sauce: Evenly distribute 1 ½ cups of Arby’s sauce over the roast, coating it to allow the flavors to meld during cooking.
5. Cook low and slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours until the roast is tender and easily shredded.
6. Shred the beef: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the beef directly in the slow cooker, mixing it well with the sauce. Switch the slow cooker to WARM to keep the meat hot while serving.
7. Heat cheese sauce: Warm 1 cup of cheddar cheese sauce in the microwave until hot and smooth for topping.
8. Assemble sandwiches: Pile generous amounts of shredded beef onto the onion rolls, spoon warmed cheddar cheese sauce over the top, and add additional Arby’s sauce if desired before serving.

Notes

• Use a well-marbled chuck roast for the best tender and juicy results.
• You can substitute Arby’s sauce with a homemade copycat beef sandwich sauce if desired.
• Cheddar cheese sauce brands vary in flavor; adjust quantity to taste.
• Onion rolls add an authentic taste but any sandwich roll can be used as a substitute.
• Leftover shredded beef can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

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