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Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches

November 6, 2020 By Patricia 52 Comments

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches are a treat for the weekend, especially if you’re watching football, having a movie fest, or you’re just looking for a great Sunday dinner dish. When you need a quick and easy meal, add these hearty sandwiches to the top of your list!

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches are a crowd pleaser! These sandwiches are so easy to make, and you'll love the BBQ sauce!

Typically, when friends and family are headed your way during the holidays, this is the perfect meal. This year may be a bit different, but Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches are a great way to feed the family — even if that’s just a handful of people because the leftovers are fab. And, hello homemade BBQ sauce!

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches

The BBQ sauce recipe for these sandwiches was passed to me from a friend, who got it from her friend “back home” in Michigan. Those are the best sorts of recipes, don’t you think? My friend said her friend’s BBQ Beef Sandwiches are known far and wide, and for good reason!

The sauce is so easy to make, and has the added benefit of a little texture from diced onion. It’s sweet, tangy, and delicious as a great BBQ sauce should be!

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches are great to serve to a group gathered for any occasion. Everyone will love these sandwiches, and the slow cooker makes them so easy to make!

If you like to try different barbecue sauce recipes, check out my recipe for Grilled Chicken with Cherry-Chile Sauce. It’s so flavorful, and a little out of the ordinary, too. Interested in another BBQ recipe? Try my Grilled Pork with Korean-Style BBQ Sauce.

Even though I’ve spent a lot of time at home these last many months, there’s always a lot to catch up with on the weekends. I decided to break out the slow cooker on a busy Sunday afternoon.

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches are a real treat. These sandwiches are hearty and flavorful, and easy to make thanks to the slow cooker!

My husband and I dug into these Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches at the end of the day, and we were delightful. There was no kitchen fuss and a whole lot of flavor, and both were a big deal for us.

If you’re thinking ahead to Thanksgiving, check out these 9 Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes.

And for a vegetarian-friendly sandwich, try my Eggplant Muffuletta Sandwiches. There are so many great flavors going on in these sandwiches!

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches are ideal to serve at any gathering. The slow cooker keeps things fuss-free, and these sandwiches are amazing!

Whether you’re set up to watch a game or you’re looking for a fuss-free meal, try these Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches — they are perfect for anytime!

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches make a delicious, fuss-free meal. You'll love these sandwiches and the tasty bbq sauce that goes with them!

Patricia Conte/Grab a Plate

Yields 10-12 slider-sized sandwiches

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sandwiches
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Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 pound tri-tip beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to season the beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to season the beef
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder to season the beef
  • 12 ounces ketchup
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1/2 medium white onion, diced small
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard, plus a little extra
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, plus a little extra
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus a little extra
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • Sandwich buns
  • Optional: coleslaw to serve on the sandwiches

Instructions

  1. Season the beef with the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add to the slow cooker and cook on high heat for about 3 hours.
  2. About 30 minutes before the beef is finished cooking, add the ketchup, tomato sauce, onion, dry mustard, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, brown sugar, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce to a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk to combine.
  3. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer the mixture for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. When the beef is finished, remove it from the heat. Place on a cutting board and use two forks to shred the meat.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl and pour the sauce over the beef (reserve about 1/4 of the sauce). Toss to combine.
  6. Serve on buns with coleslaw. Use the reserved sauce to serve with the sandwiches.
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Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Recipes Tagged With: bbq sauce, sandwiches, sliders, slow cooker

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Comments

  1. Jen says

    December 18, 2017 at 11:57 pm

    I can't wait to try these! I know they will quickly become a highly requested meal...especially from my husband!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:04 am

      That's great to hear! Thanks, Jen!
      Reply
  2. Carley says

    December 19, 2017 at 12:54 am

    These look so good! Us Pittsburghers are well accustomed to cole slaw on our sandwiches. I can't wait to try them.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:03 am

      Thanks very much, Carley! Mmmm....it's so good! And how about French fries on sandwiches :) Mmmm!
      Reply
  3. Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says

    December 19, 2017 at 1:25 am

    This will be a huge hit at my house! We also love slaw on ours!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:03 am

      Awesome! Yes, I loooove the added slaw!
      Reply
  4. Dee says

    December 19, 2017 at 2:59 am

    These look positively delicious! I know my family would love these sandwiches!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:03 am

      Thanks so much, Dee! Enjoy!
      Reply
  5. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    December 19, 2017 at 6:08 am

    Those pictures are making my mouth water, these sandwiches look SO good!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:02 am

      Yay! Thanks, Kimberly!
      Reply
  6. The Southern Thing says

    December 19, 2017 at 6:41 am

    these look so good! I love slow cooker recipes!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:02 am

      Thanks very much! Yes, I soooo agree!
      Reply
  7. Sandra says

    December 19, 2017 at 8:02 am

    These look so delicious! And, you are right, what a great idea for holiday company—Super Bowl Sunday as well!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:02 am

      Oh, for sure! Thanks very much, Sandra!
      Reply
  8. lauren says

    December 19, 2017 at 2:14 pm

    Oh man, I love how juicy good these look! BBQ should always be messy and this looks like it might require a few napkins.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:01 am

      Haha! Yes, bring on the napkins! Thanks so much, Lauren!
      Reply
  9. Amanda Kruse says

    December 19, 2017 at 2:51 pm

    This looks and sounds so good! Perfect sandwich to eat at a BBQ! xx, Amanda || www.fortheloveofglitter.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:01 am

      Thanks a bunch, Amanda! Yes, for sure!
      Reply
  10. Jasmine Eclipse says

    December 19, 2017 at 4:56 pm

    Oh my gosh, is it weird that I could taste this as I was reading it?! It looks SO good! Also, which buns did you buy? They look so so so delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:01 am

      Thanks, Jasmine! Hmmm.... I think the buns were just deli rolls that were sold in bulk. Hope you like this!
      Reply
  11. Abeer says

    December 19, 2017 at 8:41 pm

    My kid loves sandwiches for dinner! I am always looking for new recipes!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:00 am

      Yes!! I hope you all like this recipe!
      Reply
  12. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    December 20, 2017 at 6:40 pm

    My family will absolutely love these sandwiches! Pure comfort food!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:00 am

      For sure! I'm so glad this is something the family will enjoy!
      Reply
  13. Michelle says

    December 21, 2017 at 3:16 am

    Definitely my kind of meal! And I love trying new recipes for BBQ sauce!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 6, 2018 at 3:00 am

      Yes! I like this one that my friend shared with me!
      Reply
  14. Sissy says

    January 9, 2018 at 6:10 pm

    I am putting this in the crockpot shortly. My son love so pulled pork and requested it before he goes back to school. I have all the ingredients for this so yay! So glad there is not much prep for making this.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 15, 2018 at 7:26 pm

      Yes! Totally easy and hope you and your son enjoy this one, too!
      Reply
  15. Beth says

    November 6, 2020 at 7:50 am

    This looks so delicious and full of flavor! Can't wait to give this a try! My husband is going to love this!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:10 am

      That's great, Beth! Enjoy!
      Reply
  16. Haley Williams says

    November 6, 2020 at 8:33 am

    The beef is so tender and moist! Plenty of flavor in each bite
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:10 am

      Thanks so much, Haley! Glad you liked it!
      Reply
  17. Lori Geurin says

    November 6, 2020 at 3:14 pm

    BBQ is like a food group where I'm from (close to KC) and this looks delish! I always love my BBQ with slaw like this. Cant' wait to try your recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:09 am

      Thanks, Lori! How lucky for you to be in "BBQ land!" I'd eat it all the time ;)
      Reply
  18. Dorothy Reinhold says

    November 6, 2020 at 6:16 pm

    Not much compares to that spicy bbq paired with the cool slaw. Looks amazing!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:09 am

      Thanks a bunch, Dorothy! I agree -- a great partnership :)
      Reply
  19. Sandi says

    November 6, 2020 at 7:14 pm

    Absolutely deliciouis! The family loved this.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:09 am

      That's great, Sandi. Thank you!
      Reply
  20. Nidia says

    November 7, 2020 at 1:53 am

    This looks so yummy! My partner loves beef steaks and BBQ sauce so this might be a great choice to mix it up a little bit! Also as you said no mess around the kitchen. I must say I have slow cooker but somehow always forget about it and really should use it. I saved this for later as I really want to try it! Photos look so amazing, made me hungry instantly!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:08 am

      Thank you, Nidia! I'm the same way - I don't use the slow cooker often, but when I do, it's fab!
      Reply
  21. Marina says

    November 7, 2020 at 7:23 am

    I do something similar using jackfruit instead of meat. It tastes amazing and looks like real meat. Have you ever tried it?
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:08 am

      I have tried jackfruit! I thought I had a recipe for it on my site, but I think I made the recipe for a former employer! So creative, and perfect for a meatless dish! Thanks, Marina!
      Reply
  22. Mahnoor Khurram says

    November 7, 2020 at 12:50 pm

    God, it looks absolutely mouthwatering.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:07 am

      Thanks very much!
      Reply
  23. Clair says

    November 7, 2020 at 3:09 pm

    Yum! These sounds more than delicious and easy!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:06 am

      Definitely both! Thank you, Clair!
      Reply
  24. Catalina says

    November 9, 2020 at 1:26 am

    Oh my goodness! My family will go crazy over these sandwiches!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:06 am

      Thanks so much, Catalina! That's great to hear - enjoy!
      Reply
  25. Kevin says

    November 9, 2020 at 9:22 am

    I love what you can make in a slow cooker! These were popping with flavor!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:05 am

      Totally agree - the slow cooker can be so versatile! Thank you, Kevin!
      Reply
  26. Cathy says

    November 9, 2020 at 3:16 pm

    These are the perfect little sandwiches! So flavorful!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:05 am

      Thanks so much, Cathy!
      Reply

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