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The Recipe: Crockpot Chipotle Shredded Beef

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This smoky, flavorful, and tender shredded beef is perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls. Thanks to the slow cooker, it’s an easy, hands-off meal that’s bursting with bold chipotle flavors. A must-try for any Mexican-American cuisine lover!

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • Optional: 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar for added tang

Instructions

  • Prepare the Beef:
    Trim excess fat from the chuck roast, if desired.
    Season the roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
  • Layer Ingredients in Crockpot:
    Place the diced onion and garlic at the bottom of the crockpot.
    Add the chuck roast on top of the onions.
  • Mix the Sauce:
    In a bowl, combine chopped chipotle peppers, beef broth, diced tomatoes, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, chili powder, and lime juice. Stir well.
  • Cook Low and Slow:
    Pour the sauce mixture over the chuck roast.
    Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours (or on high for 5-6 hours) until the beef is fork-tender.
  • Shred the Beef:
    Remove the beef from the crockpot and place it on a cutting board.
    Use two forks to shred the beef.
  • Return and Adjust:
    Return the shredded beef to the crockpot, mixing it with the sauce.
    Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or chipotle peppers if needed.
    Let the beef sit in the sauce on warm for 10-15 minutes to absorb flavors.
  • Serve:
    Serve the shredded beef in tacos, burritos, over rice, or on top of a salad.
    Garnish with fresh cilantro, avocado, or lime wedges for added flavor.

Notes

  • For a milder version, you can reduce the number of chipotle peppers or remove them entirely.
  • This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for later use.
  • Add a bit of apple cider vinegar to enhance the tanginess of the dish if you prefer a zesty kick.

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