Description
Slow cooker shredded beef is the ultimate comfort food that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. With a blend of spices, slow-simmered tenderness, and rich versatility, it’s perfect for tacos, nachos, chili, or meal prep.
Ingredients
3–4 lb chuck roast
1 large yellow onion, sliced thin
5 cloves garlic, smashed
2 tsp kosher salt & freshly cracked pepper
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
1 cup beef broth
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lime juice
Optional: 2 chipotle peppers in adobo
Instructions
1. Pat meat dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and oregano.
2. Layer onions and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Place roast on top and add broth, vinegar/lime juice, and chipotle (if using).
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 5–6 hours.
5. Remove beef and let rest for 10 minutes.
6. Shred using forks or meat claws, discard excess fat.
7. Return meat to juices in cooker and stir to combine.
8. For crispy edges, broil shredded beef on a sheet pan for 5 minutes.
Notes
Chuck roast is preferred for shredding due to fat content.
Add Worcestershire or BBQ sauce for flavor twists.
Freezes well—store with liquid in flat bags.
Great for tacos, nachos, sliders, and more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: shredded beef, slow cooker, comfort food, tacos, BBQ, meal prep