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slow cooker italian beef sandwich with mozzarella cheese

Slow Cooker Italian Beef

Tender, juicy Italian beef made right in the slow cooker! This easy set-it-and-forget-it recipe uses simple ingredients and plenty of flavorful spices for a Chicago-style classic that’s perfect for sandwiches, game day, or cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Servings 8 sandwiches

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3-4lb chuck roast
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 packet dry Italian dressing mix 0.7 oz
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 jar sliced pepperoncini with juice 16 oz
  • hoagie rolls for serving
  • mozzarella cheese optional, for serving
  • giardiniera peppers optional, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Put the chuck roast into the slow cooker. Add liquid, pepperoncinis. Sprinkle the seasonings over the roast.
  • Put the lid on the slow cooker and set it to high for 4-5 hours or low for 8 hours.
  • When the roast is done, it will begin to fall apart easily. Move the roast to a plate and pull or cut it apart. Discard the fatty parts.
  • Add the beef back to the juice. Serve dry or with the juices on a hoagie roll or Italian bread. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and/or giardiniera peppers.