Description
These Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos are a delicious and convenient meal option that is perfect for busy days. The tender, flavorful shredded beef pairs perfectly with your favorite taco toppings, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
For serving:
- warm corn or flour tortillas
- chopped cilantro
- diced onion
- avocado slices
- sour cream
- lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper. Sear in a skillet until browned.
- Slow Cooker Setup: Transfer beef to slow cooker, add onion, garlic, and spice mix on top.
- Cook: Pour in broth, lime juice, and diced tomatoes. Cook on low for 8–9 hours or on high for 4–5 hours.
- Shred and Serve: Remove beef, shred, and return to slow cooker. Serve in tortillas with desired toppings.
Notes
- This recipe is great for meal prep and freezes well.
- For less spice, omit cayenne and use mild diced tomatoes.
- Enhance with pickled red onions or cotija cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (without toppings)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
