I get so excited about sharing certain recipes, and this slow cooker Italian beef recipe is one of them. It makes such zesty, flavorful and tender Italian beef sandwiches. They’re irresistible!
While I do enjoy regular roast beef sandwiches, they don’t have “zing”, and I love me some zing. It’s safe to say everyone else does too since I never seem to have leftovers of this.
Throw everything in a slow cooker and let the seasonings cook into the beef for hours. Before serving, you’ll stir in the pièce de résistance -deli-sliced mild pepper rings.
They’re soooo good, and they bring the ‘ka-pow’ to this slow cooker Italian beef recipe.
Don’t be surprised if this crockpot Italian beef recipe becomes a family favorite at your house too.
Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches
Slow cooker Italian Beef recipe makes a tender, flavorful, zesty Italian beef sandwich guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser. Easy 5 ingredient meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lb shaved beef or a chuck roast, trimmed of fat
- 1 pkg dry Italian salad dressing mix
- 1 cup water
- 16 oz jar deli-sliced mild pepper rings drained
- Sandwich rolls of choice
- Optional: 1/2 to 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Place beef into the slow cooker. Add Italian salad dressing mix, water and if you want the extra kick of heat, add the optional red pepper flakes.
- Cook on low setting 6-8 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, stir in pepper rings. If using a chuck roast, pull apart with fork when fully cooked. Add pepper rings and let meat roast in juices for 30 minutes to one hour.
- Toast sandwich buns under broiler and then serve with a generous amount of Italian beef.
Nutrition
Calories: 273kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 29gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 104mgSodium: 189mgPotassium: 502mgVitamin A: 20IUCalcium: 26mgIron: 3mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
John Szarek says
I actually went to the deli and had them slice rare boarshead London broil in very thin slices. Stacked it in the slow cooker and 5 hours in it was perfectly done on low. Do you add the pepperocini jar juice in as well?
Liz says
I usually just dump the whole jar in!
DIANNE WOODS says
can I use the cooked roast beef from the deli ?
Liz says
I’ve never tried that, but my concern is that it would overcook and become very dry and tough. I think you might be disappointed.
Bob says
made this today for dinner….only cooked for 5 1/2 hours on low heat….turned to mush….very disappointed…..also think 2 packs of italian seasoning was too much….very salty……hate to say but will never make this again….waste of about 30 bucks…..
Liz says
I’m so sorry to hear you didn’t like it. The shaved beef definitely breaks down so I understand that it wouldn’t be to everyone’s liking. For those who prefer a bit more substance to the meat, I suggest using a trimmed chuck roast, shredded at the last hour when adding the peppers.
Pat says
Is it 1 packet of Italian Seasoning or 2 packets?
Liz says
I would go with one so it’s not overly salty. 🙂
Julie Briggs says
Sounds really good – pinned and tweeted! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
Kailyn says
Sounds great! Thanks for linking up with Welcome Home Wednesdays!
Laura Ingalls Gunn says
This is the perfect recipe for summer! Thank you for linking up to Thoughts of Home on Thursday. We really appreciate you! Have a wonderful weekend!
Kathy Kenny Ngo says
Slow cooked Italian beef is one of the best things. It is really tasty and easy to chew.
Wildish Jess says
My husband would eat the mess out of these!
tauyanm says
love the recipe! now im missing my slow cooker too! i left it back in malaysia. gotta have one soon and will be trying this out
Peachy @ The Peach Kitchen says
Oh wow! This is the most beautifully delicious sandwich I’ve seen! Thanks for sharing your recipe
Mel says
Oh my goodness, these sandwiches look yummy! Slow cooked meat is so tender and delicious, isn’t it?
adriana says
Oh my goooodness this looks amazing! I love fun sandwiches like this – and paninis too! I need to try this! Yummy!
Mardene Carr says
I can almost smell it just reading this post. A slow cooker is every woman’s best friend
Ana Fernandez says
This is a great recipe for a game night right?
Claudia Krusch says
I had no idea that you could make sandwiches like this one using the slow cooker. I can’t wait to try it!
Northern Crumble (@NorthernCrumble) says
Oh now im totally craving a soft juicy beef sandwich! That’s one thing I’ve found when travelling you miss home comforts, I need a slow cooker in my life and will be trying this recipe as soon as im back in the UK!
Kate Nox says
I am a vegetarian so I probably wouldn’t eat those BUT my parent love, love, love meat (beef particularly) so I’m gonna forward this straight to my mum 🙂
Jemma says
Wow, this looks great! I love meat that is cooked in the slow cooker.
Shannon Peterson says
I love everything slow cooker! Its so easy and flavorful!
WhatLauraLoves says
Oh wow this sounds absolutely delicious!! I’m not a lover of bread but I’d certainly serve it with some couscous and mixed roasted veg xxx
krystal says
This is one of our favorite lazy Sunday meals! So good and easy to customize! We love to top them with peppers.
Helen Costello says
Great idea to add the Hot pepper rings for the added zing – one way to make a meal that appeals to us as adults and the kids (minus the peppers)
Dana Rodriguez says
I use my slow cooker at least twice a week. This looks so good! I am going to try this soon!
Rosey says
Hot pepper rings are my fave. I like those on pizza and in salads. I bet my fam. would love them in these Italian Beef sammies.
mary says
This looks delicious and I am all for using my slow cooker!
Ron Leyba says
Looks so delicious and mouth watering. Hope to make something like this soon!
Melisa says
This sounds so yummy. I think my husband would really enjoy this for his lunch at work.
Marielle Altenor says
This had my mouth watering! I need to get a slow cooker so that I can try this recipe! I’m sure it would be a hit in my house!
Inspiring Kitchen says
The beef sandwich looks absolutely amazing. I can’t wait to make this for my family.
Hannah says
I really want to give this a try soon, I am so boring with my sandwiches x
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
I’ve never thought of cooking a sandwich filling in the slow cooker, such an interesting idea! Must make for a really quick and easy lunch!
Tanya Brannan says
This recipe sounds amazing! I love slow cooker recipes as they make life so easy. I have added this to my recipe board to try soon. Thanks for sharing x
Lisa Joy Thompson says
These look delicious! I’m originally a Philly girl, so I feel the need to smother your sandwich in a whole lot of cheese and pretend it’s a cheesesteak! 🙂
Nicole Haas Etolen says
I want to try this recipe, we love eating sandwich at breakfast! Thanks for this recipe, I rate it 5 star!
Lexie Lane says
I also like putting pepper rings on my sandwich. My son’s favorite is a tuna sandwich.
Amanda West says
Those look amazing! I’ve been looking some new ideas for my slow cooker. It’s getting so hot out and I don’t want to use my oven!
Veronica Solomon says
I should know better thank to come to your page when I am hungry. Always some mouth watering goodness to captivate my attention. Looks absolutely delish
Toughcookiemommy says
I had no idea that you could make sandwiches like this one using the slow cooker. I imagine that the meat is really tender from being cooked over time.
Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says
This is awesome, I’ve always wanted to try those rings for my own meat. I’ve got a lot of different rolls at home and I might just try to make these soon.
April Mims says
I used to love my slow cooker – until today! Our power went out early in the day and dinner was ruined. After we’re on good terms again, I’ll give this recipe a shot.
Leigh Anne Borders says
These look really good! I would love to make these for my fmaily.
Toughcookiemommy says
I would love to make these for my family too. They seem really easy to make but full of delicious flavors.
Echo says
YUM!!!!!! Italian Hot Beef is one of my favorite sandwiches! These are totally going on my menu for next week!
Jenni says
Ooh these look delicious, will be saving this to make at the weekend x
Lisa Rios says
Beef is so much favorite for my husband & he loves any thing done out of it in a spicy format. This slow cooker Italian beef looks so delicious to try out. The Mezzetta Bold giveaway looks so interesting as well.
wendy says
I am going to making these soon! They look wonderful and sinful! I would have to smoother it with tons of cheese!!
Nayna Kanabar says
I don’t have a slow cooker but I see many recipes in them recently. I wonder how versatile are they for vegetarian recipes???
mary says
Slow cookers are great, they help cooking beans and lentils, you just mix things and walk away. The texture of veggies can be anything from “al dente” to very soft. Practice with times though,sometimes you don’t really need 6-8 hours, 2 hours will do just fine and easy clean up!
Nicole Escat says
I always want to buy a slow cooker because I like the taste of foods cook there. It tastes better and flavorful, your dish looks delicious!
shalama jackson says
This looks and sounds really good. I can’t wait til next week when I can enjoy a number of the recipes that people have shared the past few months.
Catherine S says
I agree, it does look and sound really good. I am always looking for new slow cooker recipes. I can’t wait to make this.
Robin Ruehrwein says
This looks like it would be so delicious! My husband would love this and so would my kids.
CourtneyLynne says
Omg this sandwich looks so yummy!!!! I will definitely be giving this a try! Yum!
Ann Bacciaglia says
I am always looking for new slow cooker recipes to try. I will have to get the ingredients i need to try this one this week. My kids are going to love it.
Heather S-G says
My daughter and I are banana pepper fanatics – this sandwich is right up our alley! Going on the dinner rotation later this week, thank you. 🙂
Kathy says
That recipe looks amazing. I could really go for something like this right now. I’ll be saving this so I can try them later. I bet it tastes great!
Tara says
I definitely need to start using my slow cooker more, thanks for sharing.
Stephanie of The TipToe Fairy says
We just love Mezzetta olives and peppers. These sandwiches look AMAZING!
Seattle Travel Blogger says
My husband would love these sandwiches!
He enjoys hot peppers to no end.
TheGracefulMist says
Your pictures of food are always so good and focused. I feel like eating whenever I see your photos of food. What camera do you use? Is the giveaway international?
❀ With Love, Kathryn (from http://www.TheGracefulMist.com) ❀
Bonnie @wemake7 says
Oh my gosh! I have got to pick up the stuff to make this today! I love this recipe.
nicol says
this sounds lovely. i’m not a fan of beef but can imagine this being nice with other meats
mark and kate says
Nice food photo, it is delectably mouth-watering! Thanks for posting and sharing! 🙂
janella panchamsingh says
My mouth is watering just looking at this!
Mimi "MimiCuteLips" Green says
Yummy! I use my slow cooker a lot this time of year. I don’t want to cook but it is necessary. I also do a lot of sandwiches which is perfect and doesn’t heat up the entire house when I’m trying to keep it cool.
April Mims says
This looks really yummy! I love making dinner in the slow cooker and having it ready when I get home from work!
Imogen Clegg says
These looks so good! You’ve made me hungry now! I may have to give this a go, my boyfriend would love this 🙂
Amanda Love says
This is what I love about slow cookers, you can just throw everything in one pot and that’s it. I love how the sandwich turned out. This post definitely made me hungry! I’ll make sure to keep the recipe for future reference. Thanks for sharing it!
Michelle Gwynn Jones says
I don’t know why, but I never think of taking out my slow cooker.
Stacy says
I’m going to ask what might seem like a dumb question, the recipe says Shaved Beef so what would you use? What kind of beef?
Liz says
That’s not a dumb question! I actually buy shaved beef from the meat section in the grocery store. I find it easier during the summer months, but if your store doesn’t have it, you can ask them to get it. Alternatively, you could use a rump roast and let it cook on low for 10 hours or so. It should tenderize to the point where you can pull it apart with forks, then add your peppers and serve. 🙂
claudia wilson says
I had the same question, Shaved Beef, what is that? I know the deli gives shaved cooked beef. I never saw raw shaved beef. If you use a rump roast it is a full piece. What to do>
Liz says
I find mine at Harris Teeter in 1 pound packages of very thinly sliced sheets of raw beef. If you haven’t seen them yet, call up the butcher at your grocery store meat counter, and ask them if they can get it for you. Good luck!
Amy Jones says
Looks easy and yummy. I need to try it!
Travel Blogger says
Oh my gosh yum! I love the addition of the pepper rings! I usually see them with green peppers but I think I would like to try this.
Jessica says
I am willing to wait long for that yummy Italian Beef! and oh, Mezzetta Bold has some coll giveaways! 🙂
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
This sounds like a perfect weekend recipe. I know my family would love if I made these for them very soon.
felicia says
This looks absolutely delicious! I need to add this to our summer rotation of meals.
Jeanine says
oh my word. This looks oh so delicious. Its something i can eat too right now with my gestational diabetes. Just got to ditch the bun and I’m good to go, YES!
Maureen says
These look absolutely delicious. I am going to have to try to make them sometime!
Louisa says
This would be a big hit at home! Especially for the kids. They love sandwiches and beef.
emma says
HOLy! does this ever look good! I a, always finding new recipes to use! I will have to try this one out!
Carmela Mempin says
Looks a easy meal to prepare. Its so perfect specially on summer outing, picnics and the like.
Heather @ Kraus House Mom says
I love finding new recipes for my slow cooker, especially in the summer. I use it all the time because it’s too hot to cook. We love sandwiches in our house and frankly, I could eat that jar of peppers by myself while watching TV.
Elizabeth O. says
If I were eating meat this is definitely a recipe I’d keep! Nonetheless, it’s perfect for summer picnics and barbecues especially this coming fourth of July! Thanks for the lovely recipe!
tara pittman says
My husband misses a good beef sandwich that he would get in Chicago. This sounds like the ones he loves.
Angelic Sinova says
Those Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches look super yummy! I can’t wait to try this recipe out soon (I LOVE Italian Beef Sandwiches so much!).
Elizabeth O. says
It looks so good! I’m sure it’s worth a try!
Sarah says
Looks like an easy to make meal for sure! I will have to try to make this in the slow cooker sometime!
Jeni says
I love to use my slow cooker instead of my oven on hot summer days. This recipe is so simple and sounds delicious. Can’t wait to try!
Brian says
BEEF is a BOOGIE DOWN PRODUCTIONS song with vocals by KRS-One!
Rachel Mouton says
These look delicious! I’m definitely going to give them a try 🙂
Melanie Edjourian says
What a great idea i bet it tastes yummy and it sounds easy to make.
Catherine S says
This looks so good and I can’t wait to try this recipe. I have never had an Italian beef sandwich.
Life as Mum says
My partner would LOVE this! Looks so tasty
Neely (@Neelykins) says
Oh does this sound wonderful!? I am always looking for new slow cooker recipes!
Cindy Ingalls says
This recipe looks really delicious. I tend to put my slow cooker up in the summer, but now I’m going to have to break out to try this out.
Harriet from Toby & Roo says
It looks divine, I would substitute the beef for chicken in mine but everyone else in my family would smash this! H x
Rebecca Bryant says
OMG this looks so good. I am starving adn this just made my day. Drooling all over my screen. They need to invent taste a vision.
Lubka Henry says
This looks lovely and I’d love to give the recipe a try. I’m not very good with slow cook, but I need to learn :))
Amanda Ripsam says
I love making meals in my crockpot I bet the Italian beef sandwich was really good. Your picture are nice and clear too. I might just make some of that for our family this week I have a few extra kids visiting.
Tiina A says
That slow cooker must be a fantastic thing! I haven’t eaten meat for quite a long time – not for any special reason, though – but this looks so delicious htat I would like to have some with those peppers.
Gingermommy says
This looks so good! I will have to give it a try. I love new recipes for my slow cooker
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
These sandwiches look and sound so delicious. I’d love to try this recipe. I always love using my slow cooker, because it’s easy to throw some ingredients inside and get a wholesome meal hours later.
Ana De- Jesus says
Ooh I wonder if I should slow cook the quorn mince I have to recreate this delicious Italian sandwiches. It would be great with a side salad!
Sarah Bailey says
Ohh that sounds like an interesting idea as well, might have to give it a whirl. x
Pam says
I had something like this at a restaurant in St. Louis once. This sounds like a delicious recipe!
Franc Ramon says
The italian beef sandwich looks really tasty. This meal is really loaded and would make a full meal.
Rhian Westbury says
The beef looks so juicy and tender, such a lovely looking sandwich x
Bernadette Callahan says
Am looking for a slow cooker meal for tonight…this might just be it.
Rachel says
OOh now this I liking the look of, ive never thought to do this in my slow cooker x
Crystal says
We used to live by the most amazing deli. Not only was the food fantastic, but the atmosphere was exactly what I needed from my deli. I miss that place! Now I can have the comforts of my favorite deli at home.
Crystal says
We used to live by the most amazing deli. Not only was the food fantastic, the atmosphere was spot on for what you would expect. I miss that place! Thankfully, now I can recreate the yumminess at home. That Italian beef looks awesome!
Sarah Bailey says
Now I know someone who would love to try this! I am definitely going to have to try and make him one and see what he thinks 🙂 x
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
My husband ordered something similar to this in a restaurant the other day. It was meaty deliciousness!
Tammilee Tips says
I love using my slow cooker!!! My husband would love this for dinner, the kick to it would be good for him. I think he would add some cheese to it to.
Paula Schuck says
That sounds delicious. The slow cooker is the perfect way to make Italian beef. I’ve done it that way a few times, and it always makes it so tender and delicious.
Chrishelle Ebner says
Oh my goodness this looks amazing. I love Italian beef sandwiches, but have never attempted them at home. I will be trying this for dinner this week. Love cooking with pepper rings.
Alli says
What a delicious looking recipe to add to my slow cooker collection. I use my slow cooker often and your Italian Beef Sandwiches would be a big hit with my family.
Sarah Bailey says
I am going to have to do the same as it sounds like it would be such a delicious treat. x
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
I love using my slow cookers and trying new recipes. Hubby and my oldest love beef and would enjoy this one for sure.
CATALINA NINI says
I`m not a fan of beef meat but your post makes me wanna prepare this sandwich right now !! 😀
Subhadrika Sen says
My It does look very delicious. I have had a beef burger from MacD but this looks more tempting than it. 🙂
Dreammerin says
Omg that looks very delicious and yummy! All the food you’re sharing with us looks so amazing! Thanks so much for your inspirations! Have a nice week dear!
Megan Indoe says
Holy Smokes this is making my mouth water! I really want to try this! We are living in Seoul at the moment, so hopefully I can find all these ingredients! If not, I will bookmark this for when we are back in the States in a few months! Thanks for sharing this delicious looking recipe!
Michele says
Too bad I don’t have a slow cooker or I would make this for sure. I looks and sounds delicious. I have never tried Mezzetta Peppers and from hat you have said-I’d better buy a jar!
Karla says
Looks delicious! I normally don’t sign up for giveaways – but I did this time. I would love to have that grill!
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says
Ooooh Nellie, this looks good. I would add tons of cheese, which is horrible, but so very good.