Italian Beef Sandwiches
Italian Beef Sandwiches are a Chicago classic that brings the warmth of family gatherings right to your table. This delicious dish features tender, slow-cooked chuck roast soaked in savory beef broth, served on crusty rolls and topped with zesty giardiniera. Perfect for game day or family dinners, this recipe promises mouthwatering flavors in every bite while creating lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb chuck roast
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup giardiniera
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 crusty rolls
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop any desired vegetables.
- Sear the chuck roast in a skillet with oil over medium-high heat until browned (3-4 minutes per side).
- Transfer the roast to a slow cooker; add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook on low for about 8 hours or until meat is fork-tender. Alternatively, use a pressure cooker for 60 minutes on high.
- Shred the beef and mix it back into the broth.
- Assemble sandwiches by loading rolls with shredded beef, spooning over broth, and topping with giardiniera.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (230g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a twist, substitute beef with turkey or pork. - Add cheese like provolone for extra flavor. - Store leftover beef separately from rolls for optimal freshness.