Description
These Quick Chicago Beef Sandwiches are a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Packed with savory roast beef, melted provolone cheese, and tangy pepperoncini, these sandwiches are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef:
- 1 ½ pounds thinly sliced roast beef from the deli
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix (about 0.7 ounce)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
For Serving:
- 4 crusty hoagie rolls or Italian rolls
- 1 cup sliced pepperoncini or giardiniera
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (optional, for toasting rolls)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the beef broth, Italian dressing mix, garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer and add the roast beef, stirring until heated through.
- Toast the Rolls: Preheat the oven to broil. Split the rolls, brush with melted butter, and toast until golden.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Pile beef onto rolls, top with provolone, and broil until cheese melts. Add pepperoncini and serve with au jus.
Notes
- For extra authenticity, add sautéed green peppers or sweet peppers.
- These sandwiches taste best when served fresh but can be kept warm in a slow cooker for parties.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1360mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
