Crockpot Italian Beef Recipe

A jar of pepperoncini in the pantry is the quiet secret behind this sandwich-ready roast. The crockpot Italian beef cooks a chuck roast in beef broth and Italian dressing mix until it is fall-apart tender and tangy from the peppers.

Using a Crockpot allows the flavors to meld beautifully while the beef becomes incredibly tender. This recipe is ideal for gatherings or meal prep, providing a hearty meal that everyone will enjoy.

Easy Slow Cooker Italian Beef

This Italian beef features a juicy roast cooked low and slow with a blend of spices, peppers, and onions. The recipe takes about 8 hours in the Crockpot and serves 6-8 people, making it perfect for family dinners or parties.

Ingredients

• 3-4 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 packet Italian dressing mix
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 jar (16 oz) pepperoncini peppers, with juice
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Hoagie rolls or crusty bread for serving
• Provolone cheese for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef: Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper. Place it in the Crockpot.
2. Add Ingredients: Sprinkle the Italian dressing mix over the roast. Pour in the beef broth and add the pepperoncini peppers, sliced onion, sliced bell pepper, and minced garlic.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
4. Shred the Beef: Remove the roast from the Crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the Crockpot and mix it with the juices.
5. Serve: Spoon the Italian beef onto hoagie rolls or crusty bread. Top with provolone cheese if desired, and serve hot.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 hours
• Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 6-8 servings
• Calories: 350kcal
• Fat: 20g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 8g

We pile the beef onto crusty rolls with a few pepperoncini on top for extra tang. The juices left in the pot make a good dip for the bread, so I do not let any go to waste.