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Slow Cooker Italian Beef

Oct 27, 2014 · 46 Comments

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Slow cooker Italian beef is a one pot meal that’s so easy to make, you’ll put the ingredients into your slow cooker and forget about it…until the incredible aroma calls you back to the kitchen!

Disclosure: I partnered with Collective Bias and Pick ‘n Save to bring you this recipe. I was compensated for my work, but all thoughts and opinions are my own.

Easy slow cooker Italian beef recipe - this is the best one pot meal I've ever eaten and it's perfect game day food!

Myย slow cooker Italian beef recipe was created with one-pot convenience in mind.

It startsย with a budget-friendly beef chuck roast.ย It’sย a cut of meat that has a good deal of cartilage in it, so it tastes best when it’s cooked low and slow to melt away that fat and produce lots of flavor. In other words, it’s the perfect cut to makeย in aย slow cooker or to send for a long stint in a Dutch oven.

Making recipe is truly the easiest thing ever. Just put your roast into a slow cookerย or Dutch oven. Cover with beef stock, a few spices, and a half of a jar of pepperoncinis. ย Ohhhh, how I adore those yellow, mildly spicy peppers. FOOD FACT: ย Pepperoncini are also known as banana peppers. They’re delicious sprinkled onย the top of my slow cooker BBQ sticky rice.

 

After you’ve set the slow cooker to go for about 8 hours on low heat, you can get outside and enjoy the Fall weather, head off to help your kids with their homework, do a little yard work, or just hang out and forget about it. After the meat’sย ready to be shredded, the aroma of the chuck roast willย leadย you back into the kitchen.

Now SHRED IT!

Take 2 forks and pull apartย the meat, then you can pile it onto buns, eat, drink, and be happy. Serve up the juices in the cooker to use as an au jus dipping sauce. Yum!

OR, just transfer the beef and all of the juices to the refrigerator. Leave them there overnight and in the morning you’ll see a layer of white, hardened fat at the top of the container. ย Use a spoon to skim it off andย you’ve just saved yourself about 4ย grams of fat and 100ย calories per serving from the meal. ย You’re welcome ๐Ÿ™‚ ย Separate the meat from the juices (I used a colander to do it) and reheat everything. If you’re having a game day party, you can even put everything back into the slow cooker and reheat it there. People can serve themselves right from the slow cooker. ย Are you in love with the ease of this dish yet?

slow cooker Italian beef recipe - this is the best one pot meal I've ever eaten and it's perfect game day food! - Get the recipe from @itsyummi

Easy slow cooker Italian beef recipe - this is the best one pot meal I've ever eaten and it's perfect game day food!Another convenient part of this meal is its versatility. You can pile it onto buttered and toasted buns like I did, put it over mashed potatoes or rice, or if you’re trying to cut back on your intake of carbs, you can toss it with some leafy greens and call it an Italian beef salad. There’s no shame in making healthy eating choices, my friend.

 

Easy slow cooker Italian beef recipe - this is the best one pot meal I've ever eaten and it's perfect game day food!
Enjoy your slow cooker Italian beef!

Easy slow cooker Italian beef recipe - this is the best one pot meal I've ever eaten and it's perfect game day food!

Slow Cooker Italian Beef

Juicy, tender beef chuck roast is seasoned with Italian spices and pepperoncinis, then cooked low and slow until it's falling apart and ready to be piled high onto buns. Don't forget the au jus!
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 -8
Calories: 54
Author: Lindsay

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pound boneless beef chuck roast
  • 16 ounces (2 liquid cups) organic low sodium beef stock
  • 3/4 cup jarred pepperoncinis, plus their juice (I used sliced, but whole pepperoncini will work, too)
  • 2 Tablespoons dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Place roast into the bottom of a slow cooker. Cover with beef stock, pepperoncini, and spices. Stir to combine.
  • Cook on low power for 7-8 hours, or until beef is tender and falling apart. Use two forks to shred the beef, making sure not to leave any large chunks. Serve on toasted buns immediately, or transfer meat and juices to the refrigerator. Allow to chill for several hours, or overnight. Skim hardened fat from the top of the roast, then use a strainer to separate the juices from the meat.
  • Reserve the juice and reheat when ready to serve as an au jus dipping sauce. Reheat meat to an internal temperature of at least 165 before serving.

Recipe Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Slow Cooker Italian Beef
Amount Per Serving
Calories 54 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 16mg5%
Sodium 64mg3%
Protein 5g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. James says

    September 6, 2016 at 9:59 am

    Can I make this with brisket

    Reply
    • Chef Bec says

      September 6, 2016 at 10:16 am

      James, you can definitely cook beef brisket in a slow cooker, and you could use this recipe to do so. The thing is, no matter how long you cook it, brisket doesn’t really shred and fall apart like this beef roast does. You’d be better off slicing it to serve on buns.

      Reply
      • James says

        September 8, 2016 at 6:46 am

        Thanks for the advice. I made it yesterday and everyone loved it . The brisket shredded beautifully. Thanks again will definitely make it again

      • Chef Bec says

        September 8, 2016 at 12:14 pm

        I’m so glad to hear it, James! Thanks for letting me know. ๐Ÿ™‚

  2. plasterer bristol says

    November 10, 2015 at 3:45 am

    This sounds really delicious and something new to try. Thank you for sharing this.

    Simon

    Reply
    • Chef Bec says

      November 10, 2015 at 9:38 am

      Hey Simon! Great to “see” you again. Thanks so much for stopping by to look at my slow cooker Italian beef recipe. It’s an easy, hearty meal and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Cheers! Becca

      Reply
  3. Debbie says

    December 2, 2014 at 6:13 pm

    I like a crock pot meal that’s easy to prepare and tasty too. There are some days when me and Hubby work different shifts and this is something that he can come home and eat without too much preparation on his part. This and a salad and it’s a meal.

    Reply
  4. CJ Huang says

    November 21, 2014 at 8:21 am

    Slow cooker recipes are so great! Just dump in all the ingredients and come back to a delicious meal. ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for stopping by and sharing this on Five Friday Finds! I’m looking forward to what you share this week. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      November 21, 2014 at 8:44 am

      I completely agree, CJ! While I do love being in the kitchen on most days, there are those certain, “get me out of here!” moments. When those happen, the slow cooker becomes my kitchen zen ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  5. Desiree says

    November 6, 2014 at 9:03 am

    How much of the pepperoncini juice do you use?

    Reply
  6. carol says

    November 2, 2014 at 5:39 pm

    Try adding a packet of dried Italian dressing mix……then I Sautee some onion, green pepper and mushrooms and cover it in provolone and stick in the oven a minute until bubbly one of my favorite meals!

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      November 2, 2014 at 7:33 pm

      That sounds delicious, Carol!

      Reply
  7. Summer Davis says

    October 29, 2014 at 12:11 pm

    You KNOW I love you, girl! That recipe looks DELISH and since I’m watching my carb intake, I would eat mine over cauliflower rice – YUM! #client

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 31, 2014 at 8:41 am

      You know that I love you right back, don’t you, Sweetness?! Incidentally, your idea of serving the Italian beef over cauliflower rice is just downright genius. #ihavesmartfriends

      Reply
  8. Amanda says

    October 28, 2014 at 5:53 pm

    I need to try this ASAP!

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 28, 2014 at 6:43 pm

      Yes! Yes, you do ๐Ÿ™‚ You won’t be sorry, Amanda!

      Reply
  9. Jess says

    October 28, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    Love Italian-style meat so much! This beef looks delicious- love the fact it’s also super easy to make! Bonus!

    Reply
  10. Catalina says

    October 28, 2014 at 12:36 pm

    Making thi stonight, not even kidding. Love the recipe, and that sandwich just looks so delicious!

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 29, 2014 at 4:46 am

      I’d love to hear what you think of the recipe if you try it, Catalina! Thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  11. Jenn says

    October 27, 2014 at 8:06 pm

    I love how easy this recipe is to make and it looks delicious! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  12. David says

    October 27, 2014 at 7:23 pm

    Wouldn’t you know it, but I’ve been craving a French Dip sandwich for days. I almost stopped and picked one up on the way home from work…but there’s no need for that when you are posting awesome recipes like this! Delicious!!

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 27, 2014 at 7:35 pm

      No need to crave that bad boy Italian beef any longer, Dave… head on over and let’s pig out!

      Reply
  13. Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says

    October 27, 2014 at 1:05 pm

    This is a yumfest between bread. I want! I want!

    Reply
  14. Caroline says

    October 27, 2014 at 12:40 pm

    I just love this! That meat looks so tender and who doesn’t love a one pot meal? Looking forward to making this!

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 27, 2014 at 7:00 pm

      It’s SO good, Caroline! I hope you love it as much as we do.

      Reply
  15. Connie says

    October 27, 2014 at 11:11 am

    Oooo this looks delicious! One pot meals are always the best and now I want to have this for lunch!

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 27, 2014 at 11:13 am

      I hope you love the recipe, Connie! Italian beef is probably the easiest slow cooker meal ever!

      Reply
  16. Farrah says

    October 27, 2014 at 11:06 am

    I don’t think I’ve ever had this, but I love making stuff with my slow cooker in the fall (+ winter). ๐Ÿ˜€ Perfect weather for it!

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 27, 2014 at 11:14 am

      Italian beef in the slow cooker is one of our favorite fall meals, Farrah. I hope you love the recipe!

      Reply
  17. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

    October 27, 2014 at 11:05 am

    I was literally just talking to my husband yesterday about how I need to start making some more crockpot meals during the week! This will probably make it into our rotation either this week or next!!

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 27, 2014 at 11:14 am

      I’d love to know what you think of the Italian beef when you make it, Angie. It’s one of Brian’s favorite dinners.. and it’s SO easy!

      Reply
  18. Mary Marshall says

    October 27, 2014 at 6:47 am

    Italian Beef looks GREAT! And don’t throw away that hardened fat! Save it and use it in place of shortening in biscuits, and more! I keep mine in a mason jar in the refrigerator.

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 27, 2014 at 8:42 am

      Thanks, Mary! You know, it’s funny that you mentioned keeping the beef fat. I don’t know why I don’t.. I always keep my bacon grease. Time for a head examination, I suppose! ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
      • Mary Marshall says

        October 28, 2014 at 12:07 pm

        Yes, indeed you should start saving it! Beef Tallow and Pork Leaf Lard are awesome to bake with and contrary to what some may think, there is no “off taste” and it’s pure as pure can get!

  19. michele nicastro says

    October 27, 2014 at 6:30 am

    yum! i can not wait to make this!

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 27, 2014 at 8:43 am

      I hope you love the Italian beef, Michele. I’d love to hear how it turns out for you!

      Reply
  20. Liz says

    October 27, 2014 at 6:17 am

    I haven’t made Italian beef in years! Your gorgeous photos have reminded me how much I love the stuff! Well done ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Chef Becca says

      October 27, 2014 at 8:45 am

      Be careful, Lizzy. I made this Italian beef last week and Brian’s already asking me to make another batch. Can you say ADDICTIVE? ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply

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