Slow Cooker Italian Beef (Print Version)
Juicy beef slow-cooked with Italian herbs and spices for a flavorful, tender main dish.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Meat
01 -
3 pounds beef chuck roast
→ Liquids
02 -
3 cups beef broth
→ Seasonings
03 -
2 packets Italian salad dressing mix
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 bay leaf
→ Breads
10 -
Hoagie or sub sandwich buns
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Place the beef chuck roast into the slow cooker base.
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In a separate container, mix beef broth, Italian salad dressing mix, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, onion powder, garlic powder, and bay leaf until well blended.
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Pour the seasoned broth evenly over the chuck roast in the slow cooker.
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Cover and cook on low heat for 8 to 10 hours until the beef is tender and shreds easily.
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Remove beef from slow cooker and shred using two forks. Serve hot on sandwich buns.
# Extra Tips & Details:
01 -
For faster cooking, use an Instant Pot and cook at high pressure for 100 minutes with natural release for 20 minutes.
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Reduce sodium by preparing homemade Italian dressing mix and using low-sodium beef broth.
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Check doneness by ensuring beef shreds easily; extend cooking if necessary.
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Leftovers can be frozen for up to 5 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.