Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef Recipe
A flavorful and tender Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef recipe that is perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls. This easy-to-make dish is sure to become a family favorite!
- Author: Jeannette
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 1/2 pounds boneless chuck roast (good quality)
- 1/2 cup low sodium beef broth
Spice Mix:
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Finishing Touches:
- 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon freshly minced cilantro
- Sear the Meat: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and sear chuck roast on all sides until browned.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Move seared roast to the slow cooker.
- Add the Ingredients: Pour beef broth over the roast, sprinkle with seasonings.
- Cook: Squeeze lime juice over the roast, cover, and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Shred the Beef: Remove roast, shred the meat.
- Finish: Mix in minced cilantro.
- Serve: Enjoy in tacos, burritos, or with preferred sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Barbacoa Beef, Slow Cooker Recipe, Mexican Beef, Tacos, Burritos