Slow-Cooked Italian Beef with Roasted Peppers and Herb Gravy
Tender Italian beef braised slowly in a rich herb-infused gravy, served with roasted sweet peppers for a savory and comforting meal. This italian-inspired beef ready in about 220 minutes pairs boneless beef chuck roast, large sweet red bell peppers, large yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
- 3 large sweet red bell peppers
- 1 large yellow onion
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp dry Italian seasoning
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Core and seed 3 large sweet red bell peppers, then cut into 1/2-inch strips. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil and spread on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- Step 2: While peppers roast, dice 1 large yellow onion and mince 4 large garlic cloves. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast with 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp dry Italian seasoning. Sear beef on all sides for about 4 minutes per side until deeply browned, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the Dutch oven, sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent. Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour over the onions and stir for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Step 4: Slowly pour in 4 cups beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Return beef to the pot, cover tightly, and transfer to the oven.
- Step 5: Braise the beef for 3 hours at 325°F until fork-tender and shreddable. Remove beef and shred with two forks.
- Step 6: Stir in roasted red peppers and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley into the gravy. Return shredded beef to the pot and mix well to coat.
- Step 7: Serve hot with the rich herb gravy and roasted peppers spooned over the beef.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Italian Beef with Roasted Peppers and Herb Gravy take to make?
Total time is about 220 minutes (25 min prep + 195 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Cooked Italian Beef with Roasted Peppers and Herb Gravy?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep boneless beef chuck roast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Italian Beef with Roasted Peppers and Herb Gravy?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Cooked Italian Beef with Roasted Peppers and Herb Gravy for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow-Cooked Italian Beef with Roasted Peppers and Herb Gravy?
Italian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
