Description
This Crock Pot Italian Beef recipe is a flavorful and tender dish that is perfect for a comforting meal. The chuck roast is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, then slow-cooked to perfection. Serve the Italian beef on sub rolls with pepperoncinis and provolone for a delicious sandwich.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 5 pound chuck roast
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 teaspoons ground pepper
Seasoning Blend:
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 package Italian-style salad dressing mix, dry
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini juice from jar
Optional for Serving:
- pepperoncinis
- sub rolls
- provolone
Instructions
- Prep the Roast: Rub the roast with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Prepare Seasoning Blend: Whisk together beef broth, oregano, basil, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, brown sugar, salad dressing mix, red pepper flakes, and pepperoncini juice. Pour over the roast.
- Cook: Cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours. Remove bay leaf and shred meat with an hour left. Continue cooking.
- Serve: Enjoy the Italian beef on sub rolls with pepperoncinis, provolone, and au jus or over rice or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
