Wild Goose Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches are absolutely mouthwatering and can easily be made right in the comfort of your own home.
Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
If you're a busy parent like me looking for an easy and delicious way to use goose meat, these Wild Goose Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches are about to become your new go-to. Perfect for family dinners or feeding friends on game day, this goose recipe is simple, flavorful, and makes great use of the slow cooker. With tender shredded wild goose, melty cheese, and savory au jus for dipping, it's a meal that turns an ordinary dinner into something special.
Why French Dip Sandwiches?
Both French Dip Sandwiches and Reuben Sandwiches are my go-to sandwiches to order out at a restaurant. The French Dip is a timeless classic for good reason. It brings together hearty bread, tender meat, and the fun of dipping each bite into rich, flavorful broth.
Typically served on French steak rolls or baguettes, these sandwiches can also be made with ciabatta for a softer bite. The addition of mayonnaise or mustard ensures no bite is dry, while melted Swiss or Provolone cheese adds creamy richness. Sauteed onions are optional but take the flavor up a notch if you're cooking for hunting buddies or friends over to watch a football game.
What Makes This French Dip Sandwich Special?
This French Dip Sandwich recipe celebrates the rich flavor of Canada goose legs and thighs, turning them into a meal even skeptics will love. Cooking wild goose in a slow cooker ensures the meat becomes tender and juicy, while the seasoned broth creates a flavorful base for the au jus. The slow cooker hands-off cooking method means you can spend more time with your family and less time in the kitchen.
How To Make Slow Cooker French Dip
Prepare the Slow Cooker
Start by whisking together beef broth, soy sauce, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, and thyme directly in your slow cooker. This seasoned mixture will infuse the goose with savory goodness as it cooks.
Sear the Goose
Generously salt the goose legs and thighs. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the goose for 2 minutes on each side, locking in flavor. Transfer the meat to the slow cooker and cover.
Slow Cook to Perfection
Set the slow cooker to Low and cook for 8 to 10 hours, or use the High setting for 5 to 6 hours. You’ll know the goose is done when the meat easily shreds with tongs or a fork. Once cooked, discard the bones and keep the shredded meat warm in the slow cooker juices.
Toast the Rolls
Preheat your oven’s broiler. Place the sliced rolls on a rimmed baking sheet, brush them with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and broil for about 2 minutes. Keep a close eye to avoid burning—you want the rolls to be golden and crispy.
Assemble the Sandwiches
Spread 1 teaspoon of mayonnaise or mustard on the cut side of each toasted roll. Using a slotted spoon, layer the shredded goose meat onto the rolls. Top with 1 or 2 slices of cheese per sandwich, depending on your preference. Return the open-faced sandwiches to the broiler for 1 minute, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve with Au Jus
And finally, always make sure you serve each French dip sandwich with a bowl of au jus. Au jus is a French culinary term that means "with juice". And when you make this goose sandwich, you're going to end up with lots of meaty and savory juice at the bottom of the slow cooker. When you dip your sandwich into the au jus, it turns the sandwich into a fun interactive experience, allowing you to control how many bites are infused with that amazing broth's rich, concentrated flavor.
Tips for Success
- Choose the Right Bread: French steak rolls or ciabatta work best, but any sturdy bread that can hold up to dipping will do.
- Customize the Flavor: Add sauteed onions or even a sprinkle of fresh rosemary.
- Double the Cheese: If you’re a cheese lover, go for two slices per sandwich. Melted cheese is a must!
- Serve Immediately: French Dip Sandwiches are best enjoyed warm, straight out of the oven.
Why You'll Love This Wild Goose Sandwich
This Slow Cooker French Dip recipe is perfect for busy parents because it requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor. The slow cooker does the heavy lifting, leaving you with tender, juicy goose meat and a savory au jus that tastes like it simmered all day. Plus, it’s a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re feeding your family on a weeknight or entertaining friends for game day, these sandwiches are a surefire hit.
Watch the YouTube Video
You can watch me make these Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches on the Midwest Outdoors YouTube Channel.
More Goose Recipes
If you are looking for another goose recipe, check out some of our other favorites:
- Pineapple Pulled Goose Sandwich
- Pulled Goose Tacos
- Greek Nachos with Goose Meat
- Goose Fettuccini Alfredo
- Goose Fajitas
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Wild Goose Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 Tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Skinless legs and thighs from 2 Canada Geese
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 6 French steak rolls or ciabatta rolls, sliced open
- ¼ cup mayonnaise or mustard
- 6 slices Swiss or Provolone (or 12 slices if you love it super cheesy)
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, whisk together the broth, soy sauce, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, and thyme.
- Generously salt the goose legs and thighs, then sear them in a skillet with the 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat for 2 minutes on each side. Transfer them to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours or on High for 5 to 6 hours, until the meat easily shreds with tongs or a fork. Discard the bones.
- Preheat the broiler on your oven. Place opened steak rolls on a rimmed baking sheet, brush each one with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and broil for 2 minutes until toasted. Remove from oven.
- To assemble the sandwiches, spread about 1 teaspoon of mayonnaise or mustard over the cut-side of each steak roll. Using a slotted spoon, add a layer of the shredded goose meat to the roll. Top with 1 or 2 slices of cheese. Place the open sandwiches back under the broiler for 1 minute until cheese is melted.
- Serve the sandwiches warm, with the juices from the slow cooker in small bowls alongside for dipping.
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