These French Dip Sliders bring all the flavors of a classic French dip sandwich into a warm, cheesy, pull-apart slider that’s perfect for sharing. With tender slow-cooked beef, caramelized onions, and buttery rolls, this recipe is guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering—especially with plenty of au jus for dipping. Once you make these, they’ll quickly become a go-to favorite for parties and family meals alike.
These French Dip Sliders are the ultimate comfort-food crowd pleaser. Tender, slow-cooked beef is piled onto soft sweet rolls, layered with melty provolone, and finished with buttery, savory tops—then baked until warm and golden. Served with rich au jus for dipping, these sliders are perfect for game day, family gatherings, potlucks, or an easy make-ahead dinner.
Using the slow cooker makes the beef incredibly flavorful and fork-tender with very little hands-on time. Once the beef is cooked, the sliders come together quickly and bake up beautifully in the oven.
Why You’ll Love These French Dip Sliders:
- Perfect for feeding a crowd – Makes a large batch
- Hands-off slow cooker beef – Tender every time
- Classic French dip flavors – Beefy, savory, and cheesy
- Make-ahead friendly – Great for parties and holidays
- Dippable and irresistible – Au jus takes them over the top
Tips for the Best French Dip Sliders:
- Use chuck roast – It has the perfect fat content for tender, shreddable beef.
- Don’t rush the onions – Slow caramelization adds incredible flavor.
- Keep rolls intact while slicing – Makes assembly much easier.
- Foil tenting matters – Prevents over-browning while the sliders heat through.
- Serve immediately – Sliders are best warm and melty.
Recipe Variations & Flavor Suggestions:
- Spicy French Dip Sliders: Add sliced pepperoncini or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Garlic Butter Sliders: Mix garlic powder or minced garlic into the butter topping.
- Mushroom French Dip: Add sautéed mushrooms along with the onions.
- Horseradish Kick: Spread prepared horseradish or horseradish mayo on the rolls.
- Swiss Cheese Swap: Replace provolone with Swiss for a classic deli-style flavor.
Ingredient Substitutions:
- Chuck roast:
Bottom round, rump roast, or sirloin tip roast can be used (may be slightly leaner). - Sweet rolls:
Slider buns, brioche rolls, or dinner rolls work well. - Provolone cheese:
Swiss, mozzarella, or Havarti are great alternatives. - Fresh thyme:
Substitute ½ teaspoon dried thyme if needed. - Onion soup mix:
Use garlic powder, dried onion flakes, and a pinch of salt if unavailable.
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French Dip Sliders
These French Dip Sliders bring all the flavors of a classic French dip sandwich into a warm, cheesy, pull-apart slider that’s perfect for sharing!
Servings: 12
- 3-4 lbs beef roast chuck works great
- 1 packet au jus mix
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 medium yelllow onion thinly sliced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme minced
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 sweet rolls or slider buns
- 10 slices provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1 1/2 tbsp dried onion soup mix
- Fresh chopped parsley optional garnish
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Place the chuck roast in the slow cooker crock. Sprinkle half of the au jus and gravy mix over the roast and gently rub it into the meat. Flip the roast and repeat with the remaining mix. Pour the water around the sides of the roast.
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Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 6 hours. Remove the roast and place it on a cutting board. Discard excess fat and shred the beef using two forks. Reserve the broth for dipping.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden brown. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Preheat oven to 350°F.Keeping the rolls intact, slice them horizontally to separate the tops and bottoms. Place the bottom half (cut-side up) into an 11×7-inch baking dish.
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Layer with half of the provolone cheese, the shredded beef, caramelized onions, and remaining provolone cheese. Place the roll tops over the cheese.
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In a small bowl, mix melted butter and dried onion soup mix. Brush evenly over the tops of the rolls (or pour carefully). Cover loosely with foil (make sure it doesn’t touch the rolls). Bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 5 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
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Serve sliders warm with au jus on the side for dipping, Garnish with parsley if desired.