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Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef

A flavorful and tender shredded beef dish seasoned with Mexican spices, perfect for tacos, burritos, or served over rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef
  • 3 pounds chuck roast trimmed of excess fat
Spices
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz, with juices
  • 1 cup beef broth
Accompaniments
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese optional

Method
 

Prepare the Beef
  1. In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Rub the spice mixture all over the chuck roast.
Set Up the Slow Cooker
  1. Place sliced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add the seasoned beef on top of the onions and garlic.
  3. Pour the diced tomatoes and beef broth over the beef.
Cook the Beef
  1. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Shred and Serve
  1. Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  2. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the juices.
  3. Serve in corn tortillas and top with cilantro, sour cream, and cheese as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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