Flavorful Crock-Pot Shredded Beef Tacos
It has simple ingredients, it's easy to make, and it's a taco night you and your family will love.
Servings 14 Tacos
Ingredients
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon oil avocado or olive oil
- 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
- 2 limes
- 14 tortillas
Instructions
- Trim any excess fat off of the chuck roast. Cut the beef into 3–4-inch chunks.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, sear the beef chunks on all sides until browned. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Note: Searing adds flavor but can be skipped if short on time.
- Place the seared beef chunks into your crock pot. Pour in the beef broth.
- In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the spice mix for later and sprinkle the rest evenly over the beef.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours, or until the beef is tender and easy to shred.
- Transfer the cooked beef chunks to a large plate or bowl. Shred the beef using two forks. Mix in the reserved 2 tablespoons of seasoning and the juice of 1–2 limes.* Start with 1 lime and add more juice if desired for a stronger citrus flavor. Do not shred the beef in the crockpot to avoid excess grease. If you don't want to use lime juice, replace it with 2-4 tablespoons of the beef broth from the crock pot.
- Warm your tortillas and fill them with the shredded beef. Add your favorite taco toppings, like diced onions, cilantro, and hot sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1taco | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g
