Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering taste of Italian beef, where tender chuck roast simmers in a rich blend of spices and savory broth. This comforting dish is perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, served on soft hoagie rolls that soak up every drop of flavor. With just a handful of key ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll recreate the delicious memories of family feasts in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced thinly
- 1 large onion, chopped finely
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 4 hoagie rolls
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients: chop onions and bell peppers.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chuck roast on all sides for about 4-5 minutes until browned.
- Transfer the seared roast to a slow cooker. In the same skillet, sauté garlic, onions, and bell peppers for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth along with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes into the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the beef directly in the pot with two forks and mix with juices before serving on hoagie rolls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hoagie roll with beef (approx. 185g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg