Chicago Style Italian Beef Sandwiches

Get a taste of Chicago's iconic street food at home with these hearty and flavorful Chicago Style Italian Beef Sandwiches! Featuring tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast infused with fragrant garlic, oregano, basil, and a touch of heat from crushed red pepper, this recipe delivers bold, savory flavors in every bite. Served on crusty Italian rolls, each sandwich is piled high with juicy, thinly sliced beef, sautéed sweet bell peppers, and an optional kick of spicy giardiniera for true authenticity. Don’t forget the irresistible au jus for dipping—it's the ultimate finishing touch to these classic sandwiches. Perfect for game days, casual dinners, or anytime you're craving a taste of Chicago. Ready in about 4 hours, these sandwiches are well worth the wait!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 4 cups Beef broth
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 whole Sweet green bell peppers, sliced
• 6 rolls Italian bread rolls
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Spicy giardiniera (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Season the beef chuck roast on all sides with 1 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper.

Step 4

Sear the roast in the hot oil for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until well browned.

Step 5

Remove the roast and set it aside.

Step 6

In the same pot, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and stir to deglaze the bottom of the pot, scraping up browned bits.

Step 8

Stir in the oregano, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt.

Step 9

Return the seared roast to the pot, cover it tightly with a lid, and transfer the pot to the oven.

Step 10

Cook the roast in the oven for 3-4 hours, or until it is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 11

Remove the roast from the pot and allow it to cool slightly before thinly slicing or shredding.

Step 12

Strain the cooking liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl to remove any solid bits, reserving the au jus.

Step 13

Slice your Italian rolls in half, but don’t cut all the way through to keep the bread intact.

Step 14

Prepare the green bell peppers by sautéing them in a skillet over medium heat with a little bit of oil until they are tender.

Step 15

To assemble the sandwiches, layer sliced beef onto the rolls, top with sautéed green bell peppers, and spoon some of the au jus over the beef for added flavor.

Step 16

If desired, add a spoonful of spicy giardiniera on top of the beef and peppers.

Step 17

Serve the sandwiches with extra au jus on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3464.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5433.0

Total Fat 329.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 1020.6mg	0%
Sodium 13885.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 309.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 312.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 502.9mg	0%
Iron 54.1mg	0%
Potassium 5625.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.4%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 22.7%