Ingredients
– 3 pounds beef chuck roast
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons chili powder
– 1 tablespoon ground cumin
– 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
– 1 cup beef broth or water
– Corn or flour taco shells
– Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
– Sliced jalapeños (optional)
– Shredded lettuce
– Diced tomatoes
– Shredded cheese
– Sour cream
Instructions
Creating amazing Slow Cooker Beef Tacos is a breeze if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Beef: Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into large chunks.
2. Sear the Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear the beef chunks on all sides until browned. This step adds extra flavor but is optional.
3. Add Aromatics: Place the diced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
4. Season: Sprinkle chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper over the onion and garlic.
5. Add Beef: Place the seared beef on top of the seasonings and onion mixture.
6. Combine Liquids: Pour the tomatoes (with their juices) and beef broth into the slow cooker over the beef.
7. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
8. Shred Beef: Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return it to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the juices.
9. Serve: Prepare your taco shells and fill them with the shredded beef and desired toppings.
Follow these steps to create irresistible Slow Cooker Beef Tacos full of flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 servings
- Calories: 300 kcal per taco (varies based on toppings)
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 22g