Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Easy Italian Beef recipe, perfect for family dinners or game-day gatherings. This slow-cooked delight transforms a simple beef roast into a tender, flavorful masterpiece with just six ingredients. The combination of savory spices, zesty pepperoncini peppers, and low-sodium broth creates a mouthwatering dish that can be enjoyed on sub rolls, in tacos, or over rice. Not only is this recipe easy to prepare, but it’s also an excellent option for meal prep, allowing you to relish delicious leftovers throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pound beef roast (chuck or blade recommended)
- 1 package Italian dressing mix or garlic herb seasoning (about 2 tbsp)
- 1½ cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 jar pepperoncini peppers (12oz or 375ml)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sub rolls and cheese slices for serving
Instructions
- Place the beef roast in a slow cooker and season with Italian dressing mix, salt, and pepper.
- Pour low-sodium beef broth into the slow cooker and add ½ cup brine from the pepperoncini jar along with sliced peppers.
- Cover and cook on low for 10 to 11 hours until the beef is incredibly tender.
- Shred the beef in its juices using two forks and serve hot on sub rolls topped with cheese and extra pepperoncini if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg