Italian Beef Sandwich

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this slow-cooked Italian Beef Sandwich recipe, a savory masterpiece bursting with bold flavors. Perfectly seasoned beef chuck roast is braised in a rich combination of beef broth, tangy pepperoncini juice, and fragrant Italian herbs, then slow-cooked to tender, juicy perfection. Shredded and infused with spicy giardiniera and the zesty kick of pepperoncini peppers, this mouthwatering filling is served on toasted hoagie rolls for a sandwich experience that’s both hearty and irresistible. Ideal for weeknight dinners or game day gatherings, this easy slow cooker recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Chicago. Keywords: Italian Beef Sandwich, slow cooker, beef chuck roast, pepperoncini, giardiniera, hoagie rolls, easy dinner recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:540 mins

Total Time:555 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef chuck roast
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 16 ounces jar of mild pepperoncini peppers
• 16 ounces jar of giardiniera
• 6 pieces hoagie rolls

Directions

Step 1

Season the beef chuck roast evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, onion powder, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 2

Place the seasoned beef roast into a slow cooker.

Step 3

Pour the beef broth over the roast.

Step 4

Add the entire jar of pepperoncini peppers, including the juice, to the slow cooker.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 6

Once the beef is tender, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.

Step 7

Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix it with the juices and peppers.

Step 8

Stir in the giardiniera and let the beef heat through for an additional 15 minutes.

Step 9

Split the hoagie rolls and toast them lightly, if desired.

Step 10

Fill the hoagie rolls with the hot Italian beef and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3602.9 grams (3602.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5095

Total Fat 330.70g	424%
Saturated Fat 137.00g	685%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1153mg	384%
Sodium 12341mg	537%
Total Carbohydrate 203.80g	74%
Dietary Fiber 16.20g	58%
Total Sugars 23.30g
Protein 331.10g	662%

Vitamin D 36IU	180%
Calcium 1308mg	101%
Iron 51mg	284%
Potassium 4985mg	106%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 15.9%