Zesty Italian Beef

Get ready to elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Zesty Italian Beef recipe! Perfectly seasoned beef chuck roast is slow-cooked to tender, juicy perfection, infused with bold flavors from dry Italian dressing mix, tangy pepperoncini peppers, and their zippy brine. Aromatic garlic and sautéed onions add depth, while a golden crust seared in butter locks in flavor before the magic happens in the slow cooker. The result? Melt-in-your-mouth shredded beef that's bursting with Italian spices and savory goodness. Pile it high on toasted sub rolls and top it with those irresistible pepperoncini for a tangy kick. This hearty, crowd-pleasing meal is ideal for game days, family dinners, or meal prepping—comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:490 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons Dry Italian salad dressing mix
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 8 whole Pepperoncini peppers
• 0.25 cup Pepperoncini juice
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Onion, sliced
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 6 pieces Sub rolls or sandwich buns

Directions

Step 1

1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels, then season it with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning on all sides.

Step 2

2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Sear the beef roast on all sides until a golden brown crust forms, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the roast to a slow cooker.

Step 3

3. In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened. Transfer the onions and garlic to the slow cooker, spreading them over the beef.

Step 4

4. Sprinkle the dry Italian salad dressing mix over the beef. Add the beef broth and pepperoncini juice to the slow cooker, pouring it around the sides of the roast.

Step 5

5. Arrange the whole pepperoncini peppers around and on top of the beef. Cover the slow cooker with its lid.

Step 6

6. Cook on low heat for 8 hours or on high heat for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 7

7. Once cooked, shred the beef directly in the slow cooker with two forks, mixing it into the juices for maximum flavor.

Step 8

8. Toast the sub rolls or sandwich buns, if desired, then spoon the shredded beef onto the rolls. Add some of the cooked pepperoncini peppers for extra tang and spice.

Step 9

9. Serve the sandwiches hot, with a side of chips, salad, or coleslaw for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2547 grams (2547.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5146

Total Fat 320.20g	411%
Saturated Fat 131.30g	657%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 1119mg	373%
Sodium 9174mg	399%
Total Carbohydrate 273.70g	100%
Dietary Fiber 17.50g	63%
Total Sugars 34.50g
Protein 288.90g	578%

Vitamin D 7IU	34%
Calcium 790mg	61%
Iron 55mg	305%
Potassium 4802mg	102%

*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: 56.2%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 21.3%