Beef Barbacoa Slow Cooker
Indulge in the rich, smoky flavors of this Beef Barbacoa, slow-cooked to perfection in your crockpot. Tender chuck roast is infused with spices, chipotle peppers, and fresh cilantro, creating a feast that delights the senses. Ideal for tacos, burritos, or rice bowls, this dish is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Experience the warmth and joy of home-cooked comfort food that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the onion and garlic.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chuck roast on all sides until browned (3–4 minutes per side).
- Place the seared roast in the slow cooker. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, chipotle peppers with sauce, cumin, oregano, and beef broth.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred the beef with two forks and stir back into the juices along with lime juice and cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg