Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot
Transform your dinner routine with the irresistible flavors of Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot—a mouthwatering slow-cooked dish packed with savory and sweet notes that pairs effortlessly with a variety of sides. Tender beef chuck roast is seasoned with zesty Italian dressing mix and a touch of brown sugar, creating a delightful balance of flavors as it simmers all day with beef broth, tangy pepperoncini peppers, and garlic. A hint of buttery richness takes this dish to the next level, making it the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for busy weekdays or casual gatherings, this easy, hands-off crock pot recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth beef that’s perfect for shredding and serving on sandwich rolls, over mashed potatoes, or even rice. Treat your family to a meal that’s as simple to make as it is satisfying!
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
- 2 packets Italian dressing mix
- 1/3 cup Brown sugar
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 6 whole Pepperoncini peppers
- 1/4 cup Pepperoncini juice
- 1 tablespoon Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Butter
Directions
Step 1
Place the beef chuck roast into the crock pot.
Step 2
Sprinkle the Italian dressing mix packets evenly over the roast.
Step 3
Add the brown sugar on top of the roast, spreading it evenly.
Step 4
Pour the beef broth and pepperoncini juice around the beef in the crock pot.
Step 5
Place the whole pepperoncini peppers around the roast for extra flavor.
Step 6
Add the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot.
Step 7
Place the butter on top of the beef in 4 evenly spaced dollops.
Step 8
Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on LOW for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Step 9
Once cooked, shred the beef using two forks directly in the crock pot, mixing it into the juices for better flavor absorption.
Step 10
Optional: Serve the Sweet Italian Beef on sandwich rolls, over mashed potatoes, or alongside rice for a hearty meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1989.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4175.0 |
| Total Fat 325.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 135.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g | |
| Cholesterol 1152.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7391.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 56.4g | |
| Protein 250.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 9.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 271.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 38.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4244.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories