Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with these mouthwatering Crockpot Italian Beef Sliders! Imagine tender, juicy beef infused with zesty Italian seasonings, slow-cooked to perfection and nestled between soft slider buns – this recipe is about to become your new family favorite. Whether you're hosting a game day party, planning a casual family meal, or just craving something incredibly delicious, these sliders are guaranteed to impress everyone at the table.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 8 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 12 sliders
Ingredients
- Beef chuck roast
- Italian dressing mix
- Beef broth
- Slider buns
- Sliced provolone cheese
Instructions
- Remove the beef chuck roast from refrigerator and pat dry with paper towels to ensure good seasoning adherence.
- Sprinkle the entire packet of Italian dressing mix evenly over all sides of the chuck roast, massaging the seasoning into the meat thoroughly.
- Place the seasoned chuck roast into the crockpot and carefully pour beef broth around the meat, ensuring it doesn't wash off the seasoning.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat, allowing the roast to slow cook for 7-8 hours until the meat becomes extremely tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Once cooking is complete, remove the roast from the crockpot and use two forks to shred the meat completely, discarding any large fatty pieces.
- Return the shredded beef to the cooking liquid, stirring to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
- Slice slider buns in half and lightly toast if desired for added texture.
- Place a slice of provolone cheese on the bottom half of each slider bun.
- Generously pile the shredded Italian beef onto the cheese-covered bun bottoms.
- Top with additional provolone cheese if desired, and close the sliders with the top bun halves.
- Serve immediately while warm, with extra cooking liquid on the side for dipping if preferred.
Tips
- Choose the Right Cut: Always use chuck roast for maximum tenderness and flavor. The marbling in this cut ensures your meat stays moist during the long, slow cooking process.
- Don't Rush the Cooking: Low and slow is the key to incredibly tender beef. Resist the temptation to increase the heat, as slow cooking allows the meat to break down and become wonderfully shreddable.
- Season Generously: Make sure to massage the Italian dressing mix thoroughly into the meat to ensure every bite is packed with flavor.
- Cheese Placement Matters: Put the cheese on the bottom bun first, which helps prevent soggy bread and adds an extra layer of deliciousness.
- Serving Suggestion: Keep some of the cooking liquid on the side for dipping – it's a game-changer that takes these sliders from good to absolutely incredible!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 65mg
