Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering experience of Flavorful Crock-Pot Shredded Beef Tacos, the ultimate weeknight meal that brings family and friends together. This easy recipe features tender beef chuck roast slow-cooked with a blend of aromatic spices, resulting in a savory filling that melts in your mouth. With minimal prep work, you can set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to deepen while you focus on your day. These tacos are incredibly versatile—customize them with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, or spicy jalapeños for a taco night to remember!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon oil (avocado or olive)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 14 tortillas
- 2 limes
Instructions
- Trim fat from the beef and cut into 3–4-inch chunks.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks until browned on all sides.
- Place seared beef in the Crock-Pot and add beef broth.
- Combine spices in a bowl; sprinkle most over the beef and reserve some for later.
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours until tender.
- Shred beef using two forks; mix in reserved spices and lime juice.
- Warm tortillas and fill with shredded beef; add desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 865mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 82mg