Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot Recipe

Tender, juicy, and oh-so-sweet! This slow cooker Italian beef recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. Imagine succulent shredded beef, bathed in a rich, flavorful sauce, ready in just hours. Perfect for sandwiches, sliders, or served open-faced alongside a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Get ready for the easiest, most delicious Italian beef you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 605 mins
Calories 600.1 kcal
Protein 50g
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Ingredients for Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot

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How to Make Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot

  1. Place 3-4 lb beef chuck roast in your crock pot.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of your favorite Italian dressing, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon onion powder.
  3. Drizzle the dressing mixture evenly over the roast and sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of brown sugar on top.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender.
  5. Once the roast is cooked, carefully remove it from the crock pot and shred it using two forks.
  6. Return the shredded beef to the crock pot and stir to combine with the sauce.
  7. Serve on crusty Italian rolls or as open-faced sandwiches. Garnish with extra Italian seasoning and provolone cheese if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

56g

Fat

59g

Carbs

11g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot?

Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot takes about 620 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 605 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot?

Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot has approximately 600.1 calories per serving, with about 50 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 61 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot?

The key ingredients for Sweet Italian Beef Crock Pot are Chuck Roast, Italian Salad Dressing, Brown Sugar, Italian Seasoning, Sandwich Buns. See the full list with measurements above.

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