Slow-Cooked Chipotle Shredded Beef

Experience the rich and bold flavors of Mexican-inspired cuisine with this Slow-Cooked Chipotle Shredded Beef. This versatile dish, reminiscent of Chipotle's barbacoa, is perfect for meal prepping and can be used in tacos, rice bowls, or salads. With minimal active preparation and hours of hands-free cooking, you'll enjoy a deliciously tender and flavorful beef that's sure to impress.

Ingredients

🥩 3 lb Chuck roast
🧂 1/2 tbsp Salt
🌶️ 1/2 tbsp Pepper
🌿 1 tbsp Garlic powder
🧈 1-2 tbsp Ghee
🌿 2 Bay leaves
🥣 1.5-2 cups Beef broth (Brand: Happy Belly)
🌶️ 2-4 Chipotles in adobo sauce
🥫 1-2 tbsp Adobo sauce from the chipotles can
🧄 2 tbsp Minced garlic
🍎 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
🍋 Juice of a lime
🌿 2 tbsp Cumin
🌿 2 tbsp Mexican oregano
🌿 1 tbsp Onion powder

Instructions

1- Prepare the Braising Liquid:

• In a mason jar, combine beef broth, chipotles in adobo sauce, adobo sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, cumin, Mexican oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• Blend together using a Cuisinart immersion blender until smooth, then set aside.

2- Prepare the Chuck Roast:

• Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels.
• Season thoroughly on all sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

3- Sear the Chuck Roast:

• Heat ghee in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
• Sear the chuck roast for 3-4 minutes per side, creating a brown crust.

4- Set Up Slow Cooker:

• Pour a layer of the prepared braising liquid into the bottom of a Crock-Pot slow cooker.

5- Add Roast and Remaining Liquid:

• Place the seared chuck roast into the slow cooker.
• Pour the remaining braising liquid over the roast and add bay leaves.

6- Cook:

• Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 4-6 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and easily falls apart.

7- Shred:

• Carefully remove the cooked beef from the slow cooker and let it cool for a few minutes.
• Shred the beef using two forks.

8- Serve:

• Spoon some of the cooking broth over the shredded beef.
• Serve with rice, lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado, and green onions for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 4-6 hours
Total Time: Approximately 4-6 hours and 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 575
Protein: 47g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fat: 39g
Fiber: 2g
Equipment:

• Mason jar
• Cuisinart immersion blender
• Cast iron skillet
• Crock-Pot slow cooker
• Paper towels
• Ladle
• Forks

Cooking Tips:

• Adjust the number of chipotles to control the level of spice.
• Ensure you sear the roast to develop a flavorful crust.
• Use forks to test for fork tenderness as an indicator of readiness.

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Slow-Cooked Chipotle Shredded Beef