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Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos

Enjoy these Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos, perfect for summer with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 23 tacos
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • slow cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 lb. chuck roast
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • ¼ cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 jalapeno pepper diced
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced

Instructions
 

  • Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chuck roast on all sides in some oil until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  • Combine cayenne, cumin, smoked paprika and garlic with the beef broth.
  • Add tomato paste, jalapeno and lime juice and stir to mix.
  • Transfer the roast to a 6 qt. slow cooker and top with diced onions.
  • Pour the beef broth mixture over the roast and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • Shred the beef with two forks and toss to coat with the juices.
  • Dish and serve hot with tortillas and your favorite toppings.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Toppings: Lettuce, cheese, beans, rice, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime, guacamole, salsa, sour cream, or hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg
Keyword Beef, Easy Recipe, Shredded Beef, slow cooker, Summer Cooking, Tacos
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