Real Chicago Style Italian Beef I

Savor the authentic flavors of the Windy City with this recipe for Real Chicago Style Italian Beef I, a hearty, mouthwatering sandwich that’s a true Midwest classic. Featuring tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast infused with a flavorful medley of Italian herbs and spices, this recipe captures the essence of traditional Chicago street food. Cooked low and slow in a savory beef broth, the meat is perfectly seasoned with oregano, basil, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle spice. Served on soft hoagie rolls and topped with tangy giardiniera or sautéed green peppers, this sandwich is both comforting and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for game day, family dinners, or a taste of Chicago at home, this easy-to-follow recipe is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:315 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 4 cups Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Dry Italian seasoning mix
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons Dried basil
• 6 pieces Hoagie rolls
• 1 cup Giardiniera (optional, for garnish)
• 1 piece Green bell pepper (optional, thinly sliced)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

In a large Dutch oven, add the beef chuck roast and pour in the beef broth, ensuring the meat is mostly submerged.

Step 3

Sprinkle the dry Italian seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, oregano, and basil over the beef and broth.

Step 4

Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and place it in the preheated oven. Allow the beef to cook for 4-5 hours, or until it is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 5

Once cooked, remove the beef from the Dutch oven and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the pot with its juices.

Step 6

If using green bell pepper, sauté the slices in a skillet over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes, and set aside.

Step 7

To serve, slice the hoagie rolls open and fill them generously with the shredded beef and a bit of the au jus from the pot.

Step 8

Top with sautéed green peppers and giardiniera, if desired. Serve immediately, and enjoy the taste of Chicago!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3710.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6207.0

Total Fat 399.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 151.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1360.8mg	0%
Sodium 9482.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.3g
Protein 386.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1047.0mg	0%
Iron 69.3mg	0%
Potassium 6462.6mg	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: 57.6%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 17.6%