Crock Pot Italian Beef Recipe With Pepperoncini
Description
This is an easy and delicious recipe for Crock Pot Italian Beef with Pepperoncini. This recipe is made with a combination of Italian herbs and spices, and the addition of pepperoncini adds a nice zesty flavor. The slow cooking of the beef makes it tender and juicy, and the end result is a tasty and comforting meal. This is a great recipe for busy weeknights, as it only takes minutes to prepare and the slow cooker does the rest.
Prep Time
This recipe requires 10 minutes of prep time. This includes chopping the onion and bell pepper, mincing the garlic, and measuring out the herbs and spices.
Cook Time
This recipe requires 6-8 hours of cooking time on low heat in a slow cooker. The exact time will depend on the size and type of slow cooker that is used.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of beef chuck roast
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of beef broth
- 1/2 cup of pepperoncini, plus more for garnish
Instructions
1. Start by seasoning the beef chuck roast with the Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt.
2. Place the diced onion and bell pepper in the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Place the seasoned beef chuck roast on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
4. Pour the beef broth and pepperoncini into the slow cooker, making sure to coat the beef chuck roast.
5. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the beef is tender and cooked through.
6. When the beef is finished cooking, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
7. Serve the shredded beef with the cooking liquid and garnish with more pepperoncini.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Slow cooker
- Measuring spoons
- Two forks
Notes
This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd. It can also be served over pasta, rice, or potatoes for a tasty and filling meal.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 345
- Fat: 7.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6.5 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Sodium: 589 mg
Recipe Tips
For a spicier version of this recipe, you can add more red pepper flakes or use pepperoncini with hot peppers. You can also add a can of diced tomatoes for more flavor. For a thicker sauce, you can mix a few tablespoons of cornstarch with some cold water and then add it to the slow cooker during the last hour of cooking. This will help thicken the sauce and make it even more flavorful.
This recipe is a great way to use up leftovers, as you can easily add in other ingredients like diced carrots, celery, mushrooms, or potatoes. You can also add a can of black beans or kidney beans for extra protein and fiber.
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