10 Easy Crockpot Sandwiches to Try This Week

You know that feeling when you’re staring into the fridge at 5 PM, wondering what on earth you’re going to make for dinner? I’ve been there so many times. But here’s something I’ve learned: your crockpot isn’t just for stews and roasts. It’s actually amazing for making sandwich fillings that taste way better than anything you’d throw together in a rush.

These 10 crockpot sandwich ideas have saved my weeknight dinners more times than I can count. Most of them use ingredients you probably already have, and they all smell incredible while they’re cooking. Plus, you’ll have leftovers for lunch tomorrow.

Pulled Pork That Actually Tastes Good

Serves 6-8

This isn’t your typical dry pulled pork. The secret is using pork shoulder and letting it cook low and slow until it falls apart.

Ingredients:

• 3-4 lb pork shoulder
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper
• Hamburger buns

Instructions:

1. Mix the brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
2. Put the sliced onion in the bottom of your crockpot, then add the pork shoulder.
3. Pour the spice mixture over everything.
4. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
5. Shred with two forks and mix with the cooking juices.

The smell alone will have your neighbors asking what you’re making. Serve on toasted buns with coleslaw if you’re feeling fancy.

Chicken That Shreds Itself

Serves 4-6

This is probably the easiest protein you’ll ever make. I use it for sandwiches, wraps, and sometimes just eat it with a fork.

Ingredients:

• 3-4 chicken breasts
• 1 packet ranch dressing mix
• 1 packet Italian seasoning mix
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 can chicken broth
• Sandwich rolls

Instructions:

1. Toss the chicken breasts in your crockpot.
2. Sprinkle both seasoning packets over the chicken.
3. Add the butter and pour in the chicken broth.
4. Cook on low for 6 hours.
5. Shred with forks and let it soak up all those good juices.

Pro tip: if you don’t have the seasoning packets, just use whatever herbs you have in your pantry. It’s really hard to mess this up.

BBQ Beef That Beats the Sandwich Shop

Serves 6

This tastes like something you’d pay $12 for at a fancy sandwich place, but it costs about half that to make.

Ingredients:

• 2 lb beef chuck roast
• 1 bottle of your favorite BBQ sauce
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• Kaiser rolls or hoagie buns

Instructions:

1. Cut the roast into big chunks and put them in the crockpot.
2. Add the diced onion, brown sugar, and vinegar.
3. Pour in about 3/4 of the BBQ sauce (save some for later).
4. Cook on low for 7-8 hours until the meat falls apart.
5. Shred and mix in more BBQ sauce if you want it saucier.

The key is not drowning it in sauce from the start. Let the meat develop its own flavors first.

Buffalo Chicken Without the Mess

Serves 4

All the flavor of buffalo wings, none of the sticky fingers. This is perfect for game day or when you’re craving something with a kick.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
• 1 packet ranch seasoning
• 2 tbsp butter
• Sandwich buns
• Blue cheese or ranch for serving

Instructions:

1. Put the chicken in your crockpot.
2. Mix the buffalo sauce, ranch seasoning, and butter in a bowl.
3. Pour over the chicken.
4. Cook on low for 6 hours.
5. Shred and toss with the cooking liquid.

Serve on toasted buns with extra sauce and some crunchy lettuce. Your mouth will thank you.

Italian Beef Like You’re in Chicago

Serves 6-8

This sandwich reminds me of the ones you get from street vendors, but you can make it at home in your pajamas.

Ingredients:

• 3 lb beef roast
• 1 packet Italian seasoning
• 1 jar pepperoncini with juice
• 1 can beef broth
• 1 onion, sliced
• Italian rolls
• Provolone cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Put the beef roast in the crockpot with the sliced onion.
2. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning over everything.
3. Add the whole jar of pepperoncini (juice and all) and the beef broth.
4. Cook on low for 8 hours.
5. Shred the beef and serve on crusty rolls.

The pepperoncini juice is what makes this special, so don’t skip it. It adds just the right amount of tang.

Chicken Philly That Actually Works

Serves 4

I was skeptical about making Philly cheesesteaks in a crockpot, but this actually turned out amazing.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken breast, sliced thin
• 2 bell peppers, sliced
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• Hoagie rolls
• Provolone or American cheese

Instructions:

1. Layer the chicken, peppers, and onions in the crockpot.
2. Sprinkle the onion soup mix over everything.
3. Cook on low for 4 hours.
4. Stir in the cream cheese until melted.
5. Serve on toasted hoagie rolls with cheese.

The cream cheese makes this super creamy and rich. It’s like comfort food in sandwich form.

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Sloppy Joes Your Kids Will Actually Eat

Serves 6

These are way better than the canned stuff, and you probably have most of these ingredients already.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Hamburger buns

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef and onion in a pan (this step is worth it, trust me).
2. Transfer to the crockpot and add everything else.
3. Stir it all together.
4. Cook on low for 3-4 hours.
5. Serve on toasted buns.

The trick is browning the meat first. It only takes a few extra minutes but makes a huge difference in flavor.

Pork Carnitas for Taco Tuesday

Serves 8

These make the best sandwiches, but they’re also perfect for tacos, burritos, or just eating with a fork.

Ingredients:

• 3 lb pork shoulder
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 2 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper
• Sandwich rolls or tortillas

Instructions:

1. Season the pork with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
2. Put it in the crockpot with the onion and garlic.
3. Add the diced tomatoes.
4. Cook on low for 8 hours.
5. Shred and crisp up in a hot pan for the last few minutes if you want.

That final step where you crisp it up in a pan? Totally optional, but it adds amazing texture.

Chicken and Mushroom That’s Actually Fancy

Serves 4

This one feels a little more grown-up than the others, but it’s just as easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 4 oz cream cheese
• Crusty bread or rolls

Instructions:

1. Put the chicken and mushrooms in the crockpot.
2. Mix the cream of mushroom soup with the onion soup mix.
3. Pour over the chicken.
4. Cook on low for 6 hours.
5. Stir in cream cheese until melted, then shred the chicken.

This is rich and creamy and perfect for a cold day. Serve it on good bread with some fresh herbs if you have them.

Turkey and Stuffing Sandwich (Thanksgiving Anytime)

Serves 6

Who says you can only have Thanksgiving flavors in November? This sandwich brings all those cozy vibes year-round.

Ingredients:

• 2 lb turkey breast
• 1 box stuffing mix
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can cranberry sauce
• 1/4 cup butter
• Sandwich bread

Instructions:

1. Put the turkey breast in the crockpot.
2. Mix the stuffing with chicken broth and butter according to package directions.
3. Spread the stuffing around the turkey.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours.
5. Shred the turkey and serve with the stuffing and cranberry sauce on bread.

This is basically Thanksgiving in sandwich form. My kids ask for this all year long.