Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of Low Carb Slow Cooker Italian Beef, a perfect dish for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This recipe features tender, flavorful beef that simmers in a delicious blend of pepperoncini, garlic, and Italian seasonings. Cooking in a slow cooker allows the meat to absorb rich flavors while you enjoy your day. Whether served over a bed of veggies or nestled in a sandwich roll, this low-carb delight is sure to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lb boneless beef chuck roast
- 12 oz whole pepperoncini peppers (with juice)
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 large onion
- 5 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp dried Italian seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Slow Cooker Base: In the slow cooker, combine beef stock, pepperoncini peppers, sliced onion, chopped garlic, onion powder, bay leaf, and Italian seasonings.
- Prepare and Sear Beef: Cut the chuck roast into large chunks and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat and sear the beef until browned on all sides.
- Slow Cook: Transfer seared beef to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours until tender.
- Shred and Serve: Once cooked, shred the beef using forks and serve with reduced cooking liquid as a dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added richness, top with melted cheese before serving. Customize seasoning by adding your favorite herbs or spices for extra flavor.