Description
Tender, juicy shredded beef slow-cooked to perfection, ideal for tacos, sandwiches, or meal prepping. This easy crockpot recipe offers a flavorful, fuss-free way to enjoy a versatile beef dish with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
Beef
- 3 lbs chuck roast
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Liquids
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Season the roast: Place the chuck roast in the slow cooker and evenly season it with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste, ensuring the flavors penetrate the meat.
- Add broth and cook: Pour 1 cup of beef broth over the roast, then cover the slow cooker with its lid. Set to LOW and cook for 8 to 10 hours, or alternatively on HIGH for 5 to 6 hours, until the beef is tender enough to shred easily.
- Shred the beef: Once cooked, remove the roast and use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. Return to the slow cooker juices if desired or serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra flavor dimension, add salsa or taco seasoning along with the broth before cooking.
- This shredded beef freezes well, making it perfect for batch cooking and meal prep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner / Meal Prep
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
