Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Beef That Melts in Your Mouth

This Slow Cooker Shredded Beef recipe transforms a simple beef chuck roast into a tender masterpiece, perfect for busy days and meal prep.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 8

Resting Time 10

Total Time 8 25

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

3-4 pounds Beef chuck roast well-marbled cut

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
Additional spices (e.g., paprika, cumin) for personal touch

For the Base

1 medium Onion sliced
4 cloves Garlic minced

For the Sauce

1 cup Beef broth
2 tablespoons Tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Equipment

Slow cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck roast and season all sides with salt, pepper, and any additional spices.
If desired, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan and sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Layer the bottom of your slow cooker with sliced onions and minced garlic, then place the seared beef on top.
Add 1 cup of beef broth, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce.
Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 5-6 hours until meat can be shredded easily.
Carefully remove the beef and shred it with two forks, then mix it back with the juices in the slow cooker.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions and serve with tortillas, mashed potatoes, or salads.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 45gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Balance seasonings and experiment with spices. Allow beef to rest before shredding for moisture retention.

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