Description
Get ready to spice up your dinner game with these Crockpot Mexican Shredded Beef Tacos. This recipe delivers tender, fall-apart chuck roast slow-cooked in a rich, smoky, chipotle-infused sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, weekend meal prep, or feeding a crowd, this dish offers comfort, bold flavors, and effortless prep. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, slow cooker recipes, or taco night inspiration, this one’s a go-to. Pair with fresh toppings and classic sides for a crave-worthy spread that rivals your favorite taqueria.
Ingredients
3 pounds chuck roast
1 large onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
12 corn tortillas
1 cup diced tomatoes (for topping)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 limes, cut into wedges
Instructions
1. Pat the chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear it on all sides in a hot skillet.
2. In a blender, mix beef broth, tomato paste, chipotle peppers, garlic, vinegar, and all spices. Blend until smooth.
3. Add sliced onions and seared beef to the crockpot. Pour the blended sauce over.
4. Cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the beef is fall-apart tender.
5. Shred the beef with two forks, return to the crockpot, and stir to soak in the juices.
6. Warm the tortillas and fill them with shredded beef. Top with diced tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice.
Notes
For extra smoky flavor, add an additional chipotle pepper.
Searing the beef before slow cooking adds depth—don’t skip it if you have the time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: easy dinner, shredded beef tacos, slow cooker tacos, crockpot recipes, taco night