Slow Cooker Italian Beef Hoagies
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
621 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Slow Cooker Italian Beef Hoagies
Description
This recipe for Slow Cooker Italian Beef Hoagies centers on slow-cooking a chuck roast with pepperoncinis and their juice, beef stock, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. The long cooking time breaks down the meat into tender shreds that soak up the spiced, slightly tangy cooking liquid. After shredding and mixing back into the juices, the beef maintains moisture and flavor.
The hoagies come together by toasting sub rolls and topping them with two slices of Swiss cheese. Warm shredded beef is piled on, then garnished with pepperoncini slices for heat and a crisp, vinegary bite. The optional addition of giardiniera adds an extra layer of tanginess and texture.
This sandwich works well for casual meals or gatherings, requiring minimal hands-on time thanks to the slow cooker. The combination of tender meat, sharp cheese, and spicy accents creates a satisfying and hearty sandwich.
Choosing a roast labeled as pot roast, chuck, or shoulder cut is recommended as these cuts become tender with slow cooking. The recipe yields six sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chuck roast sometimes labeled "pot roast", tender
- 16 ounces pepperoncinis , stems removed
- 1/2 cup beef stock low-sodium
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced, fresh
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning homemade
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 6 sub rolls large
- 12 lices swiss cheese
- giardiniera , for topping, optional
Instructions
- Add the beef roast to the slow cooker. Top with with pepperoncinis (with juice), beef stock, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Cover and set for 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low.
- Before serving, shred the beef with two forks and return to the slow cooker to soak up the juices.
- Toast the sub rolls and then add two slices Swiss cheese to each. Top with the shredded beef, pepperoncini and giardiniera.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings!
Notes
- Use a roast labeled as pot roast, chuck, or shoulder since these cuts become tender during slow cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 621 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 621kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 55g | 110% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 149mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 755mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 775mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 720IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 62.9mg | 70% |
| Calcium | 485mg | 49% |
| Iron | 14.2mg | 79% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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